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Graduate School : announcements for the session ... : record of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Graduate School : announcements for the session... : record of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

the graduate school
carolina
2013–2014 record
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
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number [404] 679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degrees.
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The Graduate School
Graduate Record of
The University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill
2013–2014
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UNC’s Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusivity
UNC–Chapel Hill has a long-held tradition of striving for excellence.
Quality education takes place among persons with differing social
backgrounds, economic circumstances, personal characteristics,
philosophical outlooks, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and
expectations. We at the University acknowledge that we face ongoing
challenges to overcome the effects and influences of adverse historical,
social, political, and economic factors. A critical element for any 21st-century
educational institution is a diverse and inclusive community
that functions in a global context. The historical, political, economic,
and educational backgrounds of the University, the state, and the nation
shape our present circumstances and inform the measures we must
take to accomplish our highest aspirations. The University engages
in teaching, research, and service to expand and discover knowledge,
promote educational enlightenment, and improve understanding. We
work to assure that we have a complement of students, faculty, and staff
that broadly reflects the ways in which people differ. We speak of these
differences as representing “diversity.”
UNC’s commitment to diversity excellence began in the 1960s through
the support of minority programming and continues today through
the work of the Office for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs (DMA).
DMA is an administrative unit in the Office of the Executive Vice
Chancellor and Provost. It is lead by the associate provost for diversity
and multicultural affairs, who serves as the chief diversity officer and
advises the University community on diversity policies and issues. The
office collaborates with University officers and campus units to identify
and implement strategies and initiatives for achieving the core values
with respect to diversity and the goal of increased diversity among
students, staff, and faculty. The ultimate goal of both DMA and the
University is building an inclusive environment that values and respects
the contributions of all members of the Carolina community.
For more information about the Office for Diversity and Multicultural
Affairs, see www.unc.edu/diversity.
For information about Graduate School diversity matters, see
gradschool.unc.edu/diversity or contact Roy Charles, Director of Diversity,
Recruitment, and Retention, UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate Student
Center, 211A W. Cameron Avenue, Campus Box 4010, Chapel Hill,
NC 27599-4010. Phone: (919) 966-2613; e-mail: rac@email.unc.edu.
Summary of the University’s Policy on Prohibited Harassment,
Including Sexual Misconduct, and Discrimination, and the
Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination
The University’s Policy on Prohibited Harassment, Including Sexual
Misconduct, and Discrimination (campusconversation.web.unc.edu/
policy) prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of an
individual’s race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed,
genetic information, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, or gender expression. Appendices B and C of this
policy provide specific information for students who believe that they
have experienced sexual misconduct or have been harassed or have been
discriminated against on the basis of one or more of these protected
classifications.
Students who want additional information regarding the University’s
process for investigating allegations of harassment, including sexual
misconduct, or discrimination, should contact the Equal Opportunity/
ADA Office or the student complaint coordinator in the Office of the
Dean of Students for assistance:
Equal Opportunity/ADA Office
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9160
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Office of the Dean of Students
Student and Academic Services Building North
450 Ridge Road
Campus Box 5100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Fax: (919) 843-9778
E-mail: dos@unc.edu
Any administrator or supervisor, including a department chair, associate
dean or other administrator, who receives a student’s complaint
about prohibited harassment or discrimination must notify the Equal
Opportunity/ADA Office within five (5) calendar days of receiving
the complaint. If a student raises a claim of prohibited harassment
or discrimination during an academic appeal, an investigation of the
student’s claim must be performed under the direction of the Equal
Opportunity/ADA Office. The school or department must await the
results of the harassment or discrimination investigation before deciding
the student’s academic appeal.
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Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination
The University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming
environment for all members of our community and to ensuring that
educational and employment decisions are based on individuals’ abilities
and qualifications. Consistent with this principle and applicable laws, it
is therefore the University’s policy not to discriminate in offering access
to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment
terms and conditions on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin,
age, religion, creed, genetic information, disability, veteran’s status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Such a policy
ensures that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and
consistent standards of conduct and performance are applied. Copies of
the University’s EPA and SPA Equal Opportunity Plans are available on
the University’s Web site at equalopportunity-ada.unc.edu/index.htm.
Any inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination
policies should be brought to the attention of one of the following
administrators, as noted:*
The University’s Office of Counseling and Psychological Services ([919]
966-3658) is available to provide confidential assistance to students. The
University’s Ombuds Office ([919] 843-8204) is available to provide
confidential assistance to employees.
* The University’s policy prohibiting discrimination on the basis of
sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity does not
apply to the University’s relationships with outside organizations,
including the federal government, the military, ROTC, and private
employers.
Equal Opportunity/ADA Office
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Vice Chancellor for Human
Resources
300 South Building
Campus Box 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3000
Telephone: (919) 962-1554
Academic Personnel Office
218 South Building
Campus Box 8000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8000
Telephone: (919) 843-6056
Discrimination in employment
or educational programs and
activities:
Discrimination in employment:
University Title IX Officer
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9160
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Deputy Title IX Officer
Office of the Dean of Students
Student and Academic Services
Building
North, 450 Ridge Road,
Campus Box
5100, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Fax: (919) 843-9778
E-mail: dos@unc.edu
Sex discrimination in educational
programs and activities:
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Table of Contents
Letter to Students 6
Academic Calendar 6
Mission Statement 7
The UNC System 8
History of the University 8
Constituent Institutions 9
Board of Governors 10
General Administration 12
Board of Trustees 13
Administrative Officers 14
Administrative Board of The Graduate School 15
The Graduate School 15
Staff of The Graduate School 16
UNC-Chapel Hill General Information 17
History 17
Summer School 17
Visiting Scholars 17
The University Year 17
Admissions and Financial Information 18
Admissions Information 18
Application 18
Fellowship and Financial Aid Information 18
Campus Safety Information 19
Funding Opportunities 19
Departmental Awards 19
Teaching and Research Assistantships 19
Federal/State Fellowships and Traineeships 19
Financial Aid 19
Student Affairs Information 20
The Graduate School 20
Graduate School Handbook 20
Policies and Guidelines for a Cooperative Learning
Environment 20
Grade Appeals 21
Orientation 21
Professional Development in Graduate Education 21
Graduate Student Foreign Language Proficiency
Assessment 22
Student Affairs 22
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs 22
Office of the Dean of Students 22
Campus Y 22
University Career Services 22
Counseling and Psychological Services 22
Accessibility Resources & Services 22
Academic Success Program for Students with
LD and ADHD 23
Housing and Residential Education 23
International Student and Scholar Services 23
Campus Health Services 23
Carolina Union 24
Co-curricular Student Organizations 24
Student Government 24
Other Services 25
Public Safety 25
Student Dining Services 25
Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture
and History 25
American Indian Center 25
Academic Resources 26
Scholarly Journals 26
UNC Press 26
Libraries 26
Information Technology Services 28
Research Resources 29
Research Institutes and Centers 29
Research Laboratories 36
University Regulations and Policies 38
Honor Code 38
Faculty Responsibilities 38
Student Responsibilities 38
Alcoholic Beverages Policy 39
Drug Policy 39
Smoking Policy 39
Disciplinary Records 39
University Policy on Prohibited Harassment,
Including Sexual Misconduct,
and Discrimination 40
Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination 40
Amorous Relationships 41
Transportation and Parking 41
Parking 41
Alternatives to Parking 41
More Information 42
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Degrees Conferred 43
Certificate Programs 44
Academic Program Listings of Graduate Faculty
and Courses 45
Appointment to the Graduate Faculty 45
Course Numbers and Credit 45
American Studies 45
Anthropology 51
Applied Sciences and Engineering 58
Art 61
Biochemistry and Biophysics 68
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 72
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program 73
Biology 74
Biomedical Engineering 81
Biostatistics 294
Kenan–Flagler Business School 84
Cell Biology and Physiology 93
Chemistry 98
City and Regional Planning 104
Classics 113
Communication Studies 116
Computer Science 122
Dentistry 128
Dramatic Art 139
Economics 142
Education 147
English and Comparative Literature 164
Environmental Sciences and Engineering 298
Environment and Ecology 173
Epidemiology 303
Exercise and Sport Science 177
Genetics and Molecular Biology 181
Geography 184
Geological Sciences 188
Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures 192
Government 202
Health Behavior 309
Health Policy and Management 314
History 205
Human Movement Science 213
Information and Library Science 215
Journalism and Mass Communication 221
Linguistics 230
Marine Sciences 233
Maternal and Child Health 321
Mathematics 237
Microbiology and Immunology 241
Music 244
Neurobiology 246
Nursing 249
Nutrition 324
Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy 255
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine 258
Pharmacology 261
Pharmacy 264
Philosophy 271
Physics and Astronomy 274
Political Science 279
Psychology 286
Public Administration 202
Public Health 293
Public Health Leadership 329
Public Policy 333
Rehabilitation Counseling and Psychology 338
Religious Studies 340
Romance Languages and Literatures 345
Russian and East European Studies 351
Social Work 352
Sociology 359
Speech and Hearing Sciences 364
Statistics and Operations Research 367
Toxicology 372
Women’s and Gender Studies 374
Appendix 377
Campus Map 386
Index of Campus Buildings 387
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To Graduate Students
and Prospective Graduate Students
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the leading graduate research
universities in the United States. As one of the most comprehensive universities in the nation,
Carolina provides a breadth of study and interdisciplinary experience matched by few institutions.
More than 80 graduate programs, including both doctoral-level and master’s-level training, are
currently active in The Graduate School.
This catalog provides basic information about these programs. It includes our admission standards
and requirements, tuition and other costs, sources of financial aid (including fellowships),
information concerning research institutes and centers, and brief descriptions of programs and
courses. In addition, you will find under each program description a listing of all graduate faculty
in that area together with their specific research interests. Please visit The Graduate School Web
site, gradschool.unc.edu, for further information on many of these topics.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill believes that academic excellence is enhanced
by the maintenance of a community that includes people from a wide range of ethnic, racial,
socio-economic, and geographic backgrounds, as well as individuals whose personal attributes
will contribute to a richer learning environment. The University is committed to equality of
educational opportunity.
In addition to our outstanding faculty, our comprehensive research and library resources and our
exceptional facilities, the University has a warm and collegial spirit that is conducive to personal
growth and scholarship.
By attending this institution you are becoming an important part of a 200-year-long tradition of
excellence in scholarship, research, teaching, and public service. We hope that your time here is
fruitful, challenging, and rewarding.
The Graduate School
Academic Calendar
University Registrar Calendars can be obtained
on the Registrar’s Web site: registrar.unc.edu.
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first
public university, serves North Carolina, the United States, and the
world through teaching, research, and public service. We embrace
an unwavering commitment to excellence as one of the world’s great
research universities.
Our mission is to serve as a center for research, scholarship, and
creativity and to teach a diverse community of undergraduate,
graduate, and professional students to become the next generation of
leaders. Through the efforts of our exceptional faculty and staff, and
with generous support from North Carolina’s citizens, we invest our
Mission Statement:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
knowledge and resources to enhance access to learning and to foster
the success and prosperity of each rising generation. We also extend
knowledge-based services and other resources of the University to the
citizens of North Carolina and their institutions to enhance the quality
of life for all people in the State.
With lux, libertas—light and liberty—as its founding principles, the
University has charted a bold course of leading change to improve
society and to help solve the world’s greatest problems.
(Approved by the UNC Board of Governors, November 2009)
mission statement
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The UNC System
History of the University
In North Carolina all the public educational institutions that grant
baccalaureate degrees are part of the University of North Carolina. The
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the constituent
institutions of the multicampus state university.
The University of North Carolina, chartered by the North Carolina
General Assembly in 1789, was the first public university in the United
States to open its doors and the only one to graduate students in the
18th century. The first class was admitted in Chapel Hill in 1795. For
the next 136 years the only campus of the University of North Carolina
was at Chapel Hill.
In 1877 the North Carolina General Assembly began sponsoring
additional institutions of higher education, diverse in origin and
purpose. Five were historically black institutions, and another was
founded to educate Native Americans. Several were created to prepare
teachers for the public schools. Others had a technological emphasis.
One is a training school for performing artists.
In 1931 the North Carolina General Assembly redefined the University
of North Carolina to include three state-supported institutions: the
campus at Chapel Hill (now the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill), North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering at
Raleigh (now North Carolina State University at Raleigh) and the North
Carolina College for Women (Woman’s College) at Greensboro (now
the University of North Carolina at Greensboro). The new multicampus
University operated with one board of trustees and one president. By
1969 three additional campuses had joined the University through
legislative action: the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the
University of North Carolina at Asheville, and the University of North
Carolina at Wilmington.
In 1971 the General Assembly passed legislation bringing into the
University of North Carolina the state’s 10 remaining public senior
institutions, each of which had until then been legally separate:
Appalachian State University, East Carolina University, Elizabeth
City State University, Fayetteville State University, North Carolina
Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina Central
University, North Carolina School of the Arts, Pembroke State
University, Western Carolina University, and Winston-Salem State
University. This action created a 16-campus University. In l985 the
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, a residential
high school for gifted students, was declared an affiliated school of the
University, and it recently became the 17th constituent institution.
The UNC Board of Governors is the policy-making body legally charged
with “the general determination, control, supervision, management and
governance of all affairs of the constituent institutions.” It elects the
president, who administers the University. The 32 voting members of
the board are elected by the North Carolina General Assembly for four-year
terms. Former board chairs and board members who are former
governors of North Carolina may continue to serve for limited periods
as nonvoting members emeriti. The president of the UNC Association
of Student Governments, or that student’s designee, is also a nonvoting
member.
Each of the 17 institutions is headed by a chancellor, who is chosen by
the Board of Governors on the president’s nomination and is responsible
to the president. Each institution has a board of trustees, consisting
of eight members elected by the Board of Governors, four appointed
by the governor, and the president of the student body, who serves ex
officio. (The North Carolina School of the Arts has two additional ex
officio members.) Each board of trustees holds extensive powers over
academic and other operations of its institution on delegation from the
Board of Governors.
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Universities
Appalachian State University
www.appstate.edu
East Carolina University
www.ecu.edu
Elizabeth City State University
www.ecsu.edu
Fayetteville State University
www.uncfsu.edu
North Carolina Agricultural
and Technological State University
www.ncat.edu
North Carolina Central University
www.nccu.edu
North Carolina School of the Arts
www.ncarts.edu
North Carolina State University
www.ncsu.edu
University of North Carolina at Asheville
www.unca.edu
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
www.unc.edu
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
www.uncc.edu
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
www.uncg.edu
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
www.uncp.edu
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
www.uncwil.edu
Western Carolina University
www.wcu.edu
Winston-Salem State University
www.wssu.edu
High School
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
www.ncssm.edu
The University of North Carolina:
Constituent Institutions
constituent institutions
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Peter D. Hans
Chair
4185 English Garden Way
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 329-3815
H. Frank Grainger
Vice Chair
Post Office Box 386
Cary, NC 27512
(919) 467-1599
Ann B. Goodnight
Secretary
SAS Campus Drive
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 531-0157
Roger Aiken
190 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 258-0546
W. Louis Bissette Jr.
Post Office Box 3180
Asheville, NC 28802-3180
(828) 254-8800
Board of Governors
The University of North Carolina
Fred N. Eshelman
300 N. Third Street Suite
110 Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 558-6885
John C. Fennebresque
201 N. Tryon Street Suite 3000
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 373-8989
Hannah D. Gage
6046 Leeward Lane
Wilmington, NC 28409
(919) 790-9375
Thomas J. Harrelson
202 West Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-5558
Henry W. Hinton
3062 Dartmouth Drive
Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 355-8822
James L. Holmes Jr.
4325 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 469-2473
Rodney E. Hood
2111 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 585-6303
William Marty Kotis III
3201 Stillwell Road
Summerfield, NC 27358
(336) 574-2000
G. Leroy Lail
2258 Highway 70, SE
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 322-4825 x301
Scott Lampe
17927 River Ford Drive
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 455-0530
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Mary Ann Maxwell
616 Lake Shore Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 705-3219
Franklin E. McCain
8201 Reames Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
(704) 598-7737
W. Edwin McMahan
5815 Westpark Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 561-3402
Charles H. Mercer Jr.
Post Office Box 6529
Raleigh, NC 27628
(919) 877-3814
Fred G. Mills
Post Office Box 6171
Raleigh, NC 27628
(919) 755-9155
Burley B. Mitchell Jr.
4301 City of Oaks Wynd
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 755-8166
Hari H. Nath
102 Loch Stone Lane
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 803-0478
Robert J. Nunnery
Ex Officio Member
140 Friday Center Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
(919) 843-6744
David M. Powers
130 Copperfield Place Court
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
(336) 741-2754
Irvin A. Roseman
1301 Medical Center Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1000
Richard F. “Dick” Taylor
Post Office Box 111
Lumberton, NC 28359
(910) 739-1111
Raiford Trask III
1202 Eastwood Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 512-5084
Phillip D. Walker
451 43rd Avenue, NW
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 304-5205
J. Bradley Wilson
Emeritus Member
Post Office Box 2291
Durham, NC 27702
(919) 765-3558
David W. Young
172 Wembley Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 691-6555
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Thomas W. Ross, J.D.
President
Kevin M. FitzGerald, M.P.A.
Chief of Staff
Ann W. Lemmon, M.B.A.
Secretary of the University
Alisa Chapman, Ed.D.
Vice President for Academic and University Programs
Leslie Boney, B.A.
Vice President for International, Community,
and Economic Engagement
Christopher Brown, Ph.D.
Vice President for Research and Graduate Education
William Fleming, M.P.A.
Vice President for Human Resources
John Leydon, M.B.A.
Vice President for Information Resources
and Chief Information Officer
The University of North Carolina
General Administration
www.northcarolina.edu/bog/members.htm
Drew Moretz, B.A.
Vice President for Government Relations
Suzanne Ortega, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Charles Perusse, M.P.A.
Vice President for Finance
Kimrey Rhinehardt, B.A.
Vice President for Federal Relations
Thomas Shanahan, J.D.
Interim Vice President and General Counsel
Joni B. Worthington, M.A.
Vice President for Communications
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Wade H. Hargrove (2013)
Chair
Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard, LP
1600 Wachovia Capital Center
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 834-9216; Fax (919) 839-0304
Barbara Rosser Hyde (2013)
Vice Chair
Hyde Family Foundations
17 West Pontotoc, Suite 200
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 685-3411; Fax (901) 683-3147
Phillip L. Clay (2015)
Secretary
Office of the Chancellor
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Room 10-200
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
(617) 253-6164; Fax (617) 258-6261
W. Lowry Caudill (2015)
104 Tennwood Court
Durham, NC 27712
(919) 471-6721; Fax (919) 471-4541
Donald Williams Curtis (2013)
Curtis Media Group
3012 Highwoods Boulevard, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 790-9392; Fax (919) 790-8369
Alston Gardner (2015)
623 E. Franklin Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(970) 927-4206; Fax (561) 828-2323
Peter T. Grauer (2015)
731 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212) 617-1956; Fax (917) 369-4500
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Board of Trustees
www.unc.edu/depts/trustees
H. Kel Landis III (2013)
2710 Rosedale Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 256-6343; Fax (919) 256-6350
Steven Lerner (2015)
Blue Hill Group
431 Meadowmont Village Circle
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
(919) 933-7881; Fax (919) 932-8829
Sallie Shuping-Russell (2015)
BlackRock
2200 West Main Street, Suite 500
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 416-6860; Fax (919) 416-6861
John L. Townsend III (2013)
101 Park Avenue
48th Floor
New York, NY 10178
(212) 984-2460; Fax (212) 984-2501
Felicia A. Washington (2013)
K&L Gates, LP
214 N. Tryon St., 47th Floor
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 331-7466; Fax (704) 353-3166
Will Leimenstoll
Ex-Officio Member
Student Body President
Carolina Union CB# 5210, Box 47
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-5210
(336) 552-8349; Fax (615) 347-7804
Erin Schuettpelz
Assistant Secretary
UNC–Chapel Hill
Office of the Chancellor
103 South Building, CB# 9100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9100
(919) 962-1365; Fax: (919) 962-1647
board of trustees
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The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Administrative Officers
Office of the Chancellor
Carol L. Folt, Ph.D., Chancellor-Elect
Erin Schuettpelz, B.A., Chief of Staff, Secretary of the University
Office of the Provost
James W. Dean Jr., Ph.D., Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
Ronald B. Strauss, Ph.D., Executive Vice Provost; Chief
International Officer
Carol Tresolini, Ph.D., Vice Provost, Academic Initiatives
Taffye Benson Clayton, Ed.D., Vice Provost, Diversity and
Multicultural Affairs
Dwayne Pinkney, Ph.D., Vice Provost, Finance and Academic Planning
Shirley A. Ort, J.D., Associate Provost; Director, Scholarships and
Student Aid
Sarah Michalak, M.L.S., Associate Provost; University Librarian
Stephen M. Farmer, M.A., Vice Provost, Enrollment and
Undergraduate Admissions
Christopher Derickson, M.A., Assistant Provost; University Registrar
College of Arts and Sciences
Karen Gil, Ph.D., Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Tammy McHale, M.B.A., Senior Associate Dean, Finance and Planning
Terry Ellen Rhodes, D.M.A., Senior Associate Dean, Fine Arts and
Humanities
Shannon Kennedy, Senior Associate Dean, Development; Executive
Director, Arts and Sciences Foundation
Kevin Guskiewicz, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean, Natural Sciences
Jonathan Hartlyn, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean, Social Sciences and
Global Programs
Office of Undergraduate Education
Bobbi Owen, M.F.A., Senior Associate Dean, Undergraduate Education
Lee Yeager May, Ph.D., Associate Dean and Director, Academic Advising
Harold Woodard, M.A., Associate Dean and Director, Center for Student
Success and Academic Counseling
Steve Reznick, Ph.D., Associate Dean, First Year Seminars and Academic
Experiences
James L. Leloudis, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Carolina Honors; Director,
James M. Johnston Center for Undergraduate Excellence
Erika Lindemann, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Undergraduate Curricula
School Deans
John P. Evans, Ph.D., Interim Dean, Kenan–Flagler Business School
Jane A. Weintraub, D.D.S., M.P.H., Dean, School of Dentistry
G. Williamson McDiarmid, Ph.D., Dean, School of Education
Michael R. Smith, J.D., Dean, School of Government
Steven W. Matson, Ph.D., Dean, The Graduate School
Gary Marchionini, Ph.D., Dean, School of Information and Library
Science
Susan Robinson King, M.A., Dean, School of Journalism and
Mass Communication
John Charles “Jack” Boger, J.D., Dean, School of Law
William L. Roper, M.D., Dean, School of Medicine; Vice Chancellor,
Medical Affairs; CEO, UNC Health Care System
Kristen M. Swanson, Ph.D., Dean, School of Nursing
Robert Blouin, Pharm.D., Dean, Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Barbara K. Rimer, Dr.P.H., Dean, Gillings School of Global
Public Health
Jack M. Richman, Ph.D., Dean, School of Social Work
Jan J. Yopp, M.A., Dean, Summer School
Robert Gray Bruce Jr., Director, The William and Ida Friday Center for
Continuing Education
Finance and Administration
Karol Kain Gray, B.S.B.A., Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration
Meredith Weiss, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Business Services and
Administration
Vacant, Associate Vice Chancellor, Energy, Environment, Health and
Campus Safety
Bruce L. Runberg, M.S. Civil Eng., M.S. Mgmt., Associate Vice
Chancellor, Facilities Services
Kevin Seitz, M.B.A., Associate Vice Chancellor, Finance
Gordon Merklein, M.C.R.P., Executive Director, Real Estate Development
Human Resources
Brenda R. Malone, J.D., Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Matthew S. Brody, M.S., Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Information Technology Services
Chris Kielt, M.A., Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer
Ramon Padilla Jr., M.B.A., Associate Vice Chancellor; Deputy Chief
Information Officer; Interim Information Security Officer
Medical Affairs
William Roper, M.D., Vice Chancellor, Medical Affairs; CEO, UNC
Health Care System; Dean, School of Medicine
Research and Economic Development
Barbara Entwisle, Ph.D., Vice Chancellor, Research
Robert P. Lowman, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Robin L. Cyr, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research; Director, Office of
Sponsored Research
Andrew S. Johns, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Don Hobart, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Student Affairs
Winston B. Crisp, J.D., Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
Christopher Payne, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
Bettina Shuford, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
University Advancement
Julia Sprunt Grumbles, B.A., Interim Vice Chancellor, University
Advancement
Vacant, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Development
Michael B. McFarland, M.A., Interim Associate Vice Chancellor,
University Relations
University Counsel
Leslie Chambers Strohm, J.D., Vice Chancellor and General Counsel
Patricia C. Crawford, J.D., Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy General
Counsel
David M. Parker, J.D., Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy General
Counsel
Athletics
Lawrence R. “Bubba” Cunningham, M.B.A., Director, Athletics
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Edgar Shields, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Exercise and Sport Science (2014)
Scott Singleton, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2016)
Mark Sorensen, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Anthropology (2014)
Carl Stenberg, Ph.D.
Professor of Public Administration (2016)
Randall Styers, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Religious Studies (2014)
Beverly Taylor, Ph.D.
Professor of English (2014)
Student Representative
Julie Lauffenburger
Graduate and Professional Student Federation
The Graduate School
Steven W. Matson, Ph.D.
Dean
Sandra H. Hoeflich, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Interdisciplinary Education, Fellowships and
Communication
Stephanie Schmitt, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Academics
Leslie Lerea, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
John Bane, Ph.D.
Professor of Marine Sciences (2015)
John Bowles, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Art (2014)
Marila Cordeiro-Stone, Ph.D.
Professor of Toxicology and Pathology (2014)
Betsy Crais, Ph.D.
Professor of Allied Health Sciences (2015)
Jennifer D’Auria, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Nursing (2015)
Deb Eaker-Rich, Ph.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Education (2016)
Michel Gagne, Ph.D.
Professor of Chemistry (2014)
Rhonda Gibson, Ph.D.
Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication (2015)
Stephanie Haas, Ph.D.
Professor of Information and Library Science (2016)
Carolyn Halpern, Ph.D.
Professor of Maternal and Child Health (2014)
Wayne Landsman, Ph.D.
Professor of Business Administration (2015)
Jessica Lee, Ph.D.
Professor of Dentistry (2015)
Noreen McDonald, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of City & Regional Planning (2014)
Rebecca Macy, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Social Work (2014)
Graeme Robertson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Political Science (2016)
The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Administrative Board of the Graduate School
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Roy Anthony Charles
Director of Diversity, Recruitment, and Retention
Pam Dixon
Office Manager
Pam Frome
Research Associate for Graduate Education Studies
Chris Harris
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Betty Haggerty
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Sandra Hoeflich
Associate Dean for Interdisciplinary Education, Fellowships and
Communication
Valerie Hudock
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Mary Anne Larson
Director, Office of Development
Melissa Lawrence
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Leslie Lerea
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
Faye Lewis
Dean’s Assistant/Special Project Coordinator
Jenny Lewis
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Staff of the Graduate School
Steven Matson
Dean
Vacant
Director, Admissions and Enrolled Students
Julie Montaigne
Fellowship and Funding Manager
Jennifer Olson
Fellowship Programs Assistant
Lou Anne Phelps
Program Review and Student Services Coordinator
Sylvia Roberson
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Bryan Rybarczyk
Director, Graduate Student Academic and Professional Development
Deb Saine
Communications and Interdisciplinary Programs Manager
Stephanie Schmitt
Associate Dean for Academics
Medelia Stambach
Financial Manager
Rachell Underhill
Web and Information Manager
Beverly Wyrick
Director of Finance and Administration
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UNC–Chapel Hill
General Information
History
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was the first state
university to admit students. It was chartered in 1789 and formally
opened in 1795; from early in its history, it has encouraged research and
creative activity.
As early as 1853–1854 the catalog of the University carried an
announcement of graduate course work. In 1876, after the institution
had been closed for the period 1871–1875, the catalog announced
the requirements for the master’s degree, and the next issue carried an
announcement of regulations governing the degrees of master of arts,
master of science and doctor of philosophy. Several graduate degrees
were awarded before the turn of the century (the first degree of doctor
of philosophy being conferred in 1883), but it was not until 1903 that a
separate graduate school with a dean was established.
The Graduate School celebrated its 100th year in 2003 by hosting a
national forum on graduate education, numerous student and alumni
recognition ceremonies, and by commissioning the book Pioneer to
Powerhouse: The History of Graduate Education at Carolina.
In 1922, the graduate faculty voted, first, to vest in the Administrative
Board of The Graduate School legislative powers in matters that affected
graduate education; second, to authorize the Administrative Board
to admit members to the teaching faculty of The Graduate School;
and, third, to vest in the Administrative Board the responsibility for
authorizing curricula and courses carrying graduate credit.
With the exception of the master of business administration (MBA), the
master of accounting (MAC), the master’s in clinical laboratory science
(MCLS), the master’s in radiologic science (MRS), the master of law
(LM), the master of education for experienced teachers (MED), and
the master of school administration (MSA), all master’s degrees offered
by the University and the degrees of doctor of philosophy, doctor of
education (post-2011), and doctor of public health are conferred by The
Graduate School.
Work toward advanced degrees at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill proceeds under policies and regulations established by the
graduate faculty. The immediate direction of The Graduate School is
in the charge of the Administrative Board, of which the dean is chair.
At present, the board consists of academic and health affairs faculty
representatives appointed by the chancellor upon nomination by the
dean of The Graduate School.
Summer School
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill established what was
possibly the first summer school in America in 1877. The “Summer
Normal School,” as it was then called, enrolled 235 students in courses
over ten disciplines. About half the students were teachers; students came
from 42 counties across North Carolina and from neighboring states.
Summer School was the first school at UNC-Chapel Hill to enroll
women, beginning in its first year and continuing thereafter. By 1925,
records indicate that 19,983 students had enrolled in Summer School.
Curricula and courses that are offered during Summer School are
comparable to those of the fall and spring semesters. Summer School
offers two sessions of five weeks each, a three-week Maymester, and
other short courses with various beginning and ending dates. The
summer program is planned to meet the needs of graduate students who
are fulfilling degree requirements in this institution, visiting graduate
students who desire to take courses for transfer to other institutions,
teachers and administrators who desire to meet state certification
requirements, and other students who have special educational
objectives.
Graduate students who wish to be admitted or readmitted for the
summer to a degree program should contact The Graduate School. The
requirements for admission to a degree program starting in the summer
are the same as those in the regular academic year. Those who desire
other information or those wanting to enroll in the summer as visiting
students should visit Summer School’s website at summer.unc.edu, or
contact Summer School via email at summer_school@unc.edu. Summer
School is located at 134 East Franklin Street, Room 200, Chapel Hill,
NC 27599-3340, or telephone (919) 966-4364.
Visiting Scholars
Registration as a visiting scholar at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill entitles the registrant to certain privileges of the University,
the issuance of a UNC One Card and the use of University facilities for
the duration of the visiting scholar’s stay.
Eligibility for registration as a visiting scholar is limited to those who
(1) are not on the University payroll as employees in any capacity, and
(2) are visiting the University under the sponsorship of an academic
department or school for the furtherance of scholarly interests. Visiting
Scholars may include faculty members on leave from other institutions
of higher learning, postdoctoral fellows or others who hold the terminal
degree in their fields and are invited to visit by a department or school.
Persons interested in applying for visiting scholars status should
communicate with the appropriate department or school within the
University. Further details concerning University privileges for visiting
scholars are available from the EPA/Faculty Benefits Office, CB# 1045,
725 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1045.
The University Year
Two semesters of approximately 17 weeks each and a summer school
consisting of two sessions (each five and one-half weeks long) constitute
the University year. The requirements for admission to graduate
programs and for graduate degrees in the summer session are the same
as those in the regular academic year. For the schedule of events of
particular interest to graduate students, consult the academic calendars
at the Office of the University Registrar (registrar.unc.edu).
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Admissions Information
Welcome. We are pleased that you are considering applying for
admission to the UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate School. Admission to
Graduate School academic programs is competitive and students are
selected on the basis of their academic preparation, ability, and program
fit. For some programs, an on-site pre-admissions interview may be
required. Early contact with your program of interest can be helpful in
preparing your application.
For the most updated admissions information, please check our Web
site at gradschool.unc.edu/admissions. Due to final changes in each
year’s admission process, the Web site will often be more updated than
this publication, so we encourage prospective students to begin there.
The Graduate School relies mainly on e-mail to communicate with all
applicants. Therefore, please include a current e-mail address on your
application and be sure to promptly respond to all correspondence.
Required Application Materials
Required materials for all applicants include:
• Graduate School online application (app.applyyourself.com/?id=unc-ch)
• Application fee (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#fee)
• Transcripts (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#transcript)
• Current letters of recommendation
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#ltrs)
• Standardized test scores
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#tests)
• Statement of purpose
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#purpose)
• Resume/CV
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#resume)
• Supplemental information (any additional information or materials
required by the program)
For international applicants only:
• TOEFL or IELTS score
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#toefl)
• Financial Certification
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#fincert)
Once we have received all required application materials and fees,
the review and evaluation of your application will begin. While the
recommendations and test scores will likely arrive at The Graduate
School at different times, it is your responsibility to make sure the
online application is submitted and paid prior to the program’s posted
deadline.
Minimum Graduate Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission to a graduate program are:
• A bachelor’s degree (based on a four-year curriculum) completed
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before graduate study begins or its international equivalent with an
accredited institution
• An average grade of B (cumulative GPA 3.0) or better
Along with these minimal requirements, admission decisions are based
on a number of factors, including academic degrees and record, written
statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, test scores, and
relevant work and research experience. All admission recommendations
are made by each individual program or department.
Application Process
Applications for admission to the UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate School
are submitted via the online admission application (https://app.
applyyourself.com/?id=unc-ch). All required materials listed above
should be submitted according to the instructions provided. Your
application will not be reviewed until the application is submitted
and the application fee is received. By submitting an application to
UNC–Chapel Hill, consent is granted to university staff to obtain any
additional or missing information as needed, including campus safety
information.
Application Deadlines
Please be aware that each program has a specific application deadline.
Most programs admit students for the fall semester only, however a few
programs allow spring or summer session admissions. Please see the
listing of graduate programs and their application deadlines (gradschool.
unc.edu/academics/degreeprograms/) for accepted terms of entry.
Each offered admission is specific for the term stated in the admission
letter. If you do not register for classes or complete your first semester,
you must apply again in a subsequent semester. Contact your intended
program for questions about deferrals of admission offers.
Completed applications and application fees (non-refundable) must be
submitted before the program’s application deadline. Applications will
not be accepted for review or consideration after the posted graduate
program deadline has passed. International applicants should apply
early in order to allow sufficient time for financial and visa document
preparation. The Graduate School recommends that international
applicants submit a complete application no later than December 1.
Fellowship and Financial Aid Deadlines
Most of the financial support available to graduate students is based
within individual programs. In addition, a limited amount of financial
support is available from The Graduate School and is based upon
nominations from individual programs. In order to allow sufficient time
for your program to nominate you for Graduate School fellowships,
your application should be received before December 17.
If your program continues to accept applications after December 17,
you are still eligible for their program-based support. Contact your
intended program for complete information about available graduate
student financial support and relevant deadlines.
The University awards loans and Tuition Enhancement Grants to
graduate students who qualify, based on information provided in the
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) (www.fafsa.ed.gov)
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form due March 1. For more information, please visit the Office of
Scholarships and Student Aid (studentaid.unc.edu).
Campus Safety Information
Applicants for admission will be asked several questions regarding
criminal pleas, charges and convictions, academic suspensions, and
military discharges. If additional information is needed, you may be
asked to submit information for a criminal background check, including
a nominal fee. You must describe violations of law in your home
country and in any other country in which you have resided. The term
“law” includes codes, legal rules and regulations, and other criminal-type
statutes or violations of municipal, local, provincial, state, federal,
national, commonwealth, and other governmental jurisdiction. Failure
to provide complete, accurate, and truthful information will be grounds
to deny or withdraw your admission, or to dismiss you after enrollment.
The same actions will occur if you fail to notify The Graduate School
promptly in writing of such charges that occur at any time after you
submit the application.
For any additional questions, please review our Admissions Office
contacts (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/contacts.html).
Funding Opportunities
The Graduate School offers a variety of funding opportunities to assist
graduate students in funding their graduate programs from admission
through graduation. The Graduate School provides information
and support to students applying for external fellowships, as well as
providing fellowships and other direct financial support to graduate
students, which supplements what the individual department provides.
For updated information, please see our Funding Resources Web site
(gradschool.unc.edu/funding).
Graduate Tuition Incentive Scholarship: Helps cover the remaining cost of
in-state tuition for graduate students who are receiving external funding
awards in support of their thesis or dissertation research (gradschool.
unc.edu/funding/gradschool/gtis.html)
Graduate Student Opportunity Fund: Assists students with small, non-recurring,
unusual and unexpected academic expenses (gradschool.unc.
edu/funding/gradschool/opportunityfund.html)
Graduate Student Transportation Grant: Assists students with some
of the transportation costs necessary for travel to a regional, national
or international academic conference or professional society meeting
to present their dissertation research (gradschool.unc.edu/funding/
gradschool/transportationgrant.html)
The Graduate Funding Information Center is a resource for graduate
students seeking information on funding sources for independent
research, collaborative projects, fellowships, program development and
other scholarly activities. For more information, please visit their Web
site (gradfunding.web.unc.edu).
Questions?
Contact the Fellowships Office at gradfunding@unc.edu.
To receive alerts when funding opportunities are posted, subscribe to the
Graduate School Funding Listserv (gradschool.unc.edu/funding/listserv.
html).
Departmental Awards
Teaching and Research Assistantships
The majority of assistantships available to graduate students are awarded
by academic departments. Approximately 2,500 graduate, research,
and teaching assistantships are available through specific departments.
Graduate assistantships are also available through the University’s
various research institutes and centers. Stipends, responsibilities,
selection criteria, and application and notification procedures vary
from department to department. Applicants should discuss with the
program to which they are applying (see gradschool.unc.edu/programs/
degreeprograms.html) the specific funding opportunities available
through graduate programs.
Federal/State Fellowships and Traineeships
A number of state and federally funded fellowships and traineeships are
also available in some departments. Students must be pursuing graduate
training in specified fields of study to be eligible for these awards.
Interested students should request additional information from their
academic departments.
Application Deadline
Prospective students may indicate when applying for admission their
interest in an assistantship and should discuss application deadlines with
their prospective departments.
Questions
Contact the department to which you are applying (see gradschool.unc.
edu/programs/degreeprograms.html).
Financial Aid
The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid works with graduate
students who need financial aid to meet the costs of attending the
University. Financial support may be available through small grants,
from federal or private lender loan programs, and from the federal
work-study program, in the form of either hourly paid campus jobs or
teaching/research assistantships.
To be eligible for financial aid programs administered by the Office
of Scholarships and Student Aid, a student must be enrolled in a
degree program on at least a half-time basis, a United States citizen or
permanent resident, making satisfactory progress toward completion of
the academic program, and, if applicable, registered for Selective Service.
The student may not be in default on a loan previously received for
college expenses nor owe a refund on a scholarship, grant, or loan from a
previous enrollment period.
Graduate students who wish to apply for financial aid to meet the costs
of attending the University must complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application should be completed
online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. However, a paper application may be
obtained from high schools, most college financial aid offices or in
person at the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid. In completing
the FAFSA, the student must list UNC–Chapel Hill (code number
002974) as one of the schools to receive the FAFSA information. The
information on the FAFSA will be analyzed by an agency contracted
by the federal government. The agency will send information and an
analysis of the student’s eligibility for financial aid funds to both the
student and to the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid.
A student should not wait for admission to a graduate program before
applying for aid. An applicant should submit the FAFSA by February
15. If additional documentation is needed to complete a student’s
application for financial assistance, the Office of Scholarships and
Student Aid will notify the student. A student who completes the file
promptly can expect to receive notice of an award decision early in June.
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Students are at the center of the learning community at the University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. To ensure a successful learning
experience, graduate and professional students are encouraged to take
advantage of a variety of programs and services offered by the University
through Student Affairs, The Graduate School, and individual schools
and departments. Student Affairs oversees services intended for the
entire University student community, and offers programs designed
primarily for undergraduate students. The Graduate School, on its own
and in conjunction with various Student Affairs offices, offers programs
and services intended to specifically address the needs of graduate and
professional students.
The Graduate School
The Graduate School is committed to improving and facilitating
the integration of graduate and professional students’ academic,
professional, and personal development, as well as to assist students
to make the most of their Carolina experience. To further these aims,
staff in The Graduate School are responsible for assisting students in
a number of capacities. The offices of the associate dean for student
affairs and the associate dean for academics create and implement
programs and services that specifically address the needs of graduate
and professional students. Some of these programs are listed below. The
director of diversity, recruitment, and retention develops and provides
a number of programs and services throughout the year, both academic
and social in nature, to assist graduate students of color with a successful
transition and experience during their graduate work. The director
of graduate student academic and professional development oversees
workshops and events in the Graduate Student Center. Graduate School
staff are available to all graduate and professional students as a source
of counsel, information, and referral for questions involving student
services, academic procedures, policies, and grievances.
Telephone: (919) 966-2611
Web: gradschool.unc.edu
Graduate School Handbook
The Graduate School Handbook contains most of the policies and
procedures of The Graduate School at the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill. Students should become familiar with the material
pertaining to their degree programs, and, together with their faculty
advisors, make certain that the chosen program of study complies with
all policies. The Handbook may be viewed or downloaded from the
Graduate School Web site: handbook.unc.edu.
Policies and Guidelines for a Cooperative Learning
Environment
Teaching and learning occur simultaneously through a partnership
between instructor and student. Instructors share knowledge, experience
and ideas with their students. Students process these thoughts,
generate new ones and share them with their teachers. In most cases,
students and instructors communicate clearly and effectively. However,
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misunderstandings do occur. In an attempt to foster a positive academic
environment, the Faculty Council, upon recommendation of the
Educational Policy Committee, establishes these policies and guidelines.
The Faculty Council resolves:
Part I. Policies
Section 1.
The Faculty Council recognizes and affirms the following policies. This
recognition is not to be interpreted as precluding modification of any
policy by the appropriate authority.
The Honor Code. The faculty should inform students of the provisions
of the honor code and be aware of their own responsibilities specified in
the honor code. Faculty responsibilities are stated in the Instrument of
Student Judicial Governance.
Student Grievance Procedures. According to UNC–Chapel Hill
Student Grievance Committee procedures, students may file a grievance
against a UNC–Chapel Hill employee, EPA non-faculty employee, staff
employee, or student employee (when acting in the role of employee)
when there is a violation of one of the following:
A. The UNC-Chapel Hill Sexual Harassment Policy
B. The UNC-Chapel Hill Racial Harassment Policy
C. The UNC–Chapel Hill Policy on Sexual Orientation
D. The Americans with Disabilities Act
E. Title IX, which prohibits exclusion from participation on the basis
of sex
F. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which outlaws
discrimination on the basis of a handicap or
G. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, which allows
students to challenge the content of their educational records.
Copies of these can be obtained from the Office of the Dean of
Students. They contain information about how to file a grievance. A
grievance based on incidents that occurred more than six months before
the complaint was filed will not be considered.
Student Access to Academic Records—Protection Against Improper
Disclosure. As stated in The Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974, students may have access to their full academic records.
Individuals who are, or have been, in attendance at UNC–Chapel Hill
may inspect and review their education records. Otherwise, education
records are subject to confidentiality requirements as specified by law
and may not be disclosed improperly. Requests for recommendations
imply that the student has given consent to the disclosure of
information related to ability and performance. Judgments of ability and
character may be provided under appropriate circumstances, normally
with the knowledge or consent of the student. “Education records”
are those records directly related to a student that are maintained by
an educational institution. Particular University policy provisions are
found in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Policies and
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Procedures under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
Appealing a Grade. The University has systems for appealing a
grade. The exact procedures vary among the academic units. Students
should consult with their dean or department chairperson to obtain
information about grade appeal procedures.
Part II. Guidelines
Section 2.
The Faculty Council endorses the following guidelines for the faculty-student
relationship. This endorsement shall not be construed as faculty
legislation, is not intended to establish a contractual undertaking by the
University or any individual, and shall not constitute the basis for civil
action in a court or a claim in any administrative or judicial body of the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Clear Definition of Potential Honor Code Violations. In an attempt
to avoid unintended misunderstanding, instructors should clearly state
what is acceptable in their class. When study aids such as computers
are allowed, the instructor is responsible for explaining what constitutes
proper use of these items. These rules should be established at the
beginning of the course and should not be changed without giving
students proper notice.
Assignment of Graded Work during the Last Week of the Semester.
Instructors may not assign graded work during the last week of classes
unless the course syllabus clearly states that such an assignment will be
given.
Suggested Classroom Procedures. In general, instructors are strongly
encouraged to follow the guidelines for course design and classroom
procedures recommended by the Center for Faculty Excellence. When
students enter into a learning relationship, they have certain needs and
expectations. They are entitled to information about course procedures,
content and goals. Instructors should provide a syllabus that describes
the course and methods of evaluation. Particular attention should be
paid to several areas of special concern to students, including provision
of reserve readings and grading policy.
Evaluated assignments should be returned to the students within
a reasonable amount of time. Since part of the purpose of such
assignments is to provide feedback, students should be given time to
assess and to learn from their mistakes. Ideally, such assessment would
take place while the relevant topics are still fresh in their minds.
Extra credit, if offered, should be announced publicly and made
available to the entire class.
Students Should Have Freedom of Expression. Students should be free
to take reasoned exception to the data or views offered in any course of
study. They are responsible, however, for learning the content of any
course of study for which they are enrolled. Incorrect facts and poorly
supported arguments or opinions inevitably have an impact on grades.
Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the freedom of the faculty to
assign grades according to appropriate academic standards.
Responsibilities of Students and Teachers. Just as students ought
to expect instructors who are knowledgeable and well prepared, so
should teachers expect their students to be motivated, eager to learn
and actively engaged in class. It is the responsibility of teachers to make
their courses serious intellectual experiences for themselves and for their
students. It is the responsibility of students to take seriously the courses
in which they enroll. Good teachers need good learners.
Students should understand that they are members of a community of
scholars, and membership in such a community is not a passive activity.
To be full participants in the educational community and to maximize
the educational value of a class, pre-class preparation is necessary. Proper
class preparation involves obtaining course materials as they are needed
and completing assignments as they are due. Full participation in a class
requires regular attendance, arriving on time and remaining until class
conclusion, and active involvement in the work of the class.
Students should also consider the extent of their own involvement in a
class in assessing the educational value of a class.
Grade Appeals
The procedure for grade appeals can be found in the Graduate School
Handbook. Any questions regarding the grade appeals process should be
directed to The Graduate School.
Web: handbook.unc.edu/grading.html
Orientation
The Graduate School sponsors a University-wide orientation program
for new graduate and professional students to (1) acclimate them to
the University community and (2) provide information sessions on
a range of topics relevant to graduate students such as broad campus
resources, campus health facilities, Graduate and Professional Student
Federation, and getting to know the local area. Important reference
materials and guides to the campus and Chapel Hill/Carrboro area
community resources are available to students on the Graduate School
Web site: gradschool.unc.edu. These resources include the Graduate
School Handbook, Academic Integrity and Ethics, A Guide to Theses and
Dissertations, copies of University policies, and other helpful campus
and community publications that are intended to be used throughout
the students’ graduate careers. As orientation is a continuous process
throughout a student’s first year, The Graduate School schedules a
number of orientation workshops throughout the academic year on a
variety of issues related to graduate students such as residency for tuition
purposes, funding, and networking.
In addition to the Graduate School orientation, individual graduate and
professional programs conduct department-based orientations for new
students. Information regarding departmental orientations is available in
the respective academic departmental offices.
Orientation and relocation information can be found on the Web site
of The Graduate School at gradschool.unc.edu. The Graduate School
Office, open year-round, is located on the second floor of Bynum Hall.
Graduate School staff and are available to answer questions and help
students find the resources they need to make the most of their Carolina
experience.
Professional Development in Graduate Education
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to
providing students with the highest quality graduate education. While
this clearly entails academic training, it also includes a commitment to
providing students with resources and services to enhance their graduate
experience and to prepare them for their post-student careers.
The cornerstone of professional development at Carolina is a series of
workshops and selected one-credit-hour courses. These workshops cover
topics designed to promote graduate student academic, professional,
and personal growth. Sessions are designed to provide students with
the opportunity to develop five areas of professional competency:
communication, leadership, teaching and instruction, professional
adaptability, and self-awareness.
For more information, visit the Web site of The Graduate School at:
gradprofdev.web.unc.edu/.
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Graduate Student Foreign Language Proficiency Assessment
The departments of Romance Languages and Literatures, Germanic
Languages and Classics offer foreign language proficiency assessments in
French, German, Spanish and Latin (classical or medieval) for graduate
students needing to satisfy a departmental foreign language requirement.
This service is offered once each semester. The Graduate School
administers registration for these assessments.
Student Affairs
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs coordinates
the division’s programs and provides guidance and leadership for
its departments. The office also acts in a consulting role for faculty,
administrators and students who wish to raise issues that concern
the University community, with a particular focus on student needs.
Members of the Office of the Vice Chancellor also serve on various
University committees to represent the division’s several constituencies.
Students are encouraged to explore the opportunities offered by Student
Affairs throughout their University career, either directly through the
respective departments, or through the Office of the Vice Chancellor.
Telephone: (919) 966-4045
Web: studentaffairs.unc.edu
Office of the Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students, located on the first floor of the
Student and Academic Services Building North, provides a variety
of direct student services and works closely with a wide range of
student programs. The Office of the Dean of Students is the contact
and information point for students regarding the University’s policies
on racial and sexual harassment and discrimination based on sexual
orientation. In addition, staff members provide counseling and general
advisement to students and assist students, parents, and members of
the University staff in dealing with crisis situations or other problems
affecting student life. Staff members of the Office of the Dean of
Students also work with programs that have a specific focus, such as
the Student Activity Fund Office (SAFO). In addition to providing
the administrative coordination of the student judicial system,
staff members also work with leaders of a variety of extracurricular
organizations.
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Web: deanofstudents.unc.edu
Campus Y
Since its founding in 1860, the Campus Y has been a starting point for
the development of many programs responding to students’ concerns.
The mission of the Campus Y is the pursuit of social justice through the
cultivation of pluralism. In particular, the Y serves as a bridge between
the University and the local community by addressing the needs of both
groups. Y-sponsored committees include community outreach (such
as the Big Buddy, Elderly Exchange and Tutoring programs), social
issues (such as Women’s Issues and Human Rights Week), global action
(such as Hunger Action and the South African Scholarship Fund) and
fund-raising programs (such as the Footfalls Road Race). Students can
also serve on the Y Student Executive Committee, for which elections
are held in the spring. All students are welcome to visit the Campus Y
offices in the fully renovated historical YMCA Building to learn about
volunteer service and University, local and global issues.
Telephone: (919) 962-2333
Web: campus-y.unc.edu
University Career Services
Services for graduate students provided by University Career Services
(UCS) include workshops on writing résumés and curriculum vitae,
interviewing and job-seeking; résumé referral to employers; individual
career advising and career interest assessment; on-campus interviewing;
job listings via the Web; and a reference file for students in selected
curricula. Some services are limited to students who are in a UNC–
Chapel Hill degree or certificate program.
Additional resources and programs include occupational and employer
information, career panels, career and professional school fairs, an
automated alumni network service, various employer databases, and a
UCS home page on the Web.
Students in law, dentistry, and medicine and students enrolled in the
M.B.A. and M.A.C. programs are served by career services in their
departments, rather than by UCS.
University Career Services is located in 219 Hanes Hall. Office hours are
from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Resource Room
hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Telephone: (919) 962-6507
Web: careers.unc.edu
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides free,
confidential psychological counseling to help students solve personal,
academic, and career problems. CWS specializes in individual
evaluations, counseling, psychotherapy, and career counseling. A variety
of counseling, testing, developmental, and informational services are
offered to all students. Counseling services for individuals or groups
focus on academic success, including test anxiety and time management;
career decisions, including selecting or changing a major and choosing a
career; relationships, including loneliness, shyness, roommate conflicts,
dating relationships, and family problems; and cultural issues, including
cultural identity, gay and lesbian issues, racism, and women’s issues.
Also available are dissertation and thesis support groups; training and
development programs; stress management and biofeedback; and
communication skills training, including assertiveness training and
guidance in how to overcome speech anxiety. CAPS is located on the
third floor of the James A. Taylor Building.
Telephone: (919) 966-3658
Web: campushealth.unc.edu/caps
Accessibility Resources & Services
Accessibility Resources & Services is responsible for ensuring that
programs and facilities are accessible to all members of the University
community. Students with disabilities and/or medical conditions may
receive accommodations and services that are designed to remove
barriers, so that they may independently meet the demands of
University life. Accommodations and services—which may include
but are not limited to note-takers, alternative testing, accessible class
materials and interpreters—are provided on an individual-needs basis.
There is no charge for any accommodation or service. Students will
be asked to provide documentation of the disability and/or medical
condition from an appropriate primary care provider.
Telephone: (919) 962-8300 (Voice/TD)
Web: accessibility.unc.edu
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Academic Success Program for Students with LD and ADHD
The Academic Success Program for Students with LD and ADHD,
formerly called Learning Disabilities Services, is the University’s
designated service provider to students with documented learning
disabilities (LD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD).
The Academic Success Program also meets the needs of students with
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) in conjunction with Accessibility Resources
and Services, , the campus office that works with students with
disabilities other than LD and ADHD.
Telephone: (919) 962-7227
Web: learningcenter.unc.edu
Housing and Residential Education
The Department of University Housing and Residential Education,
consistent with the academic mission of the University, endeavors to
provide eligible students a supportive environment within which to live.
The department maintains the physical quality and the integrity of its
buildings at a level conducive to security and comfort, and does so in
the belief that providing a safe and healthy living environment supports
and contributes to the learning process.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill follows the principle
that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to facilities in
any phase of University activity without regard to handicap, sex, race,
creed, color, age, sexual orientation, or national origin. Under this
principle, educational, cultural, social, housing, extracurricular and
employment opportunities are available on an equal basis. However,
receipt of the application by and advance payment to the Department
of University Housing does not guarantee admission to the University
or to a residence hall. The Department of University Housing reserves
the right to refuse for just cause any application for space and to return
any advance payment within two weeks of receipt of the completed
application. Early application is encouraged.
Telephone: (800) UNC-5502
E-mail: housing@unc.edu
Web: housing.unc.edu
Graduate Student Housing
The Department of Housing recognizes that the living needs of
graduate and professional students are usually different from those of
undergraduates. At Carolina, graduate and professional students can
enjoy the benefits of being affordably close to classes, facilities, and
events, and living in a community of fellow graduate students where the
atmosphere is characterized by early quiet hours and respect for personal
time and space.
Odum Village and Baity Hill Apartments are Carolina’s on-campus
communities for graduate students providing apartment-style housing.
Odum Village is located on south campus off of Manning Drive near
the medical facilities, the Dean Smith Center, and the Kenan–Flagler
Business School. Its quiet yet friendly atmosphere lends itself to
graduate student interests and study. The Baity Hill and Mason Farm
communities serve as the Student Family Housing apartment complex
for students with families. These one- and two-bedroom apartment
communities are situated on rolling hills adjacent to the campus. The
apartments are within walking distance of the campus and are served by
campus and city bus routes. Rental costs compare favorably with similar
area housing. These communities comprise nine buildings with 398
apartments.
Parking is available for graduate students on a limited basis, and a fare-free
campus bus service offers several routes that connect the north,
middle, and south regions of campus. Find specifications for apartments
by visiting the Housing Web site at housing.unc.edu and clicking on
“Apartments.”
Generally, demand for on-campus housing for graduate students exceeds
the supply. On-campus housing is not guaranteed for graduate students,
although every effort is made to offer a space to all applicants. Returning
residents have priority to re-sign up for the following academic year
before spaces are offered to new graduate students. Please visit the
department’s Web site at housing.unc.edu for additional information.
Off-Campus Housing
Off-campus housing refers to any housing not owned and operated by
the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This category includes
small group housing, such as fraternities and sororities, as well as
apartments, houses, and rooms. Two-thirds of the University’s students
live in the off-campus market. Some units are furnished and within
walking distance to campus. Other off-campus housing consists of large,
unfurnished apartment complexes located throughout Chapel Hill and
Carrboro.
Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS)
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services promotes
international educational exchange through its services and programs.
OIS serves as the principal administrative, programming, and
advising office for approximately 2,500 international students, faculty,
and administrative staff at UNC–Chapel Hill, including research
scholars and visiting professors. Located in the FedEx Global Education
Center, OIS issues and helps maintain visa documentation, provides
advising related to immigration matters and adjustment to life in the
United States, and serves as a liaison between international students
and scholars and their departments and governmental and private
agencies involved in international education exchange. In addition to
administrative and advising services, OIS provides programming that
helps international students and scholars maximize their experience at
UNC–Chapel Hill. Programs include orientation, tax seminars, and
various cultural programs. The center is a focal point for community
service organizations, including the Host Family Program, Conversation
Partners Program, Speakers’ Bureau, and International Women’s English
Conversation Group. It also administers the UNC Class of ‘38 Summer
Study Abroad Fellowships.
Campus Health Services
Campus Health Services (CHS), located next to Kenan Stadium in the
James A. Taylor Building, provides a broad range of ambulatory, primary
care, and prevention services. Specialty care services are also available,
including orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, dermatology,
travel information and immunization, and allergy management. For
convenience, in-house laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, and physical
therapy services are also available.
Any student who has paid the campus health fee for the current
semester (or summer session) is eligible for health care at Campus
Health Services. The fee covers the cost of most services provided by
CHS professionals, including physicians, physician extenders, nurses,
physical therapists, and health educators. Additional charges are made
for after-hours care, drugs, and miscellaneous supplies. Laboratory and
X-ray studies at CHS require a co-payment by the user. There also may
be additional charges for specialty services. Spouses not enrolled in
the University as students become eligible to receive the same services
as students by demonstrating appropriate insurance coverage and by
paying the student health fee at CHS.
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Hours of operation vary according to the academic calendar. Please
call to verify hours of operation Monday through Friday and on the
weekends. Preferred CHS office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, when students are seen on an appointment
basis. For convenience, students are encouraged to call (919) 966-2281
for an appointment. After-hours care is available from 4:30 p.m. to 11
p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekends.
Physician extenders are available with medical and psychiatric back up.
Services are considered a premium service with a visit charge during
these times. If other ancillary services are required an additional fee
will apply. Major problems may be referred to the UNC Hospitals
Emergency Department by the CHS staff when open, or by the
HealthLink nurse (966-2281) when CHS is closed. Students should be
aware that the campus health fee does not cover medical care at UNC
Hospitals or other facilities. Students will be responsible for charges
incurred at the UNC Hospital Emergency Department anytime that
they use those services.
All students enrolled in UNC system colleges and universities, including
UNC–Chapel Hill, who meet three specific criteria (enrolled in six
credit hours if an undergraduate or one credit hour if a graduate
student, degree-seeking, and eligible to pay the campus health fee)
will be required to have health insurance coverage. Distance learning
students are exempted from this requirement. For information, please
review the Mandatory Health Insurance information at the UNC
Campus Health Services Web site (campushealth.unc.edu).
North Carolina law mandates that all new students at the University
document the completion of immunization requirements. Failure to
comply results in cancellation of registration 30 days after classes begin.
Vaccines are offered at Campus Health Services at reduced rates for
students who need to complete their immunization requirement. For
additional information on Campus Health Services, visit the CHS Web
site at campushealth.unc.edu.
Carolina Union
The Carolina Union is an organization of students, professional staff,
and part-time student staff who provide programs, services, and facilities
for all members of the campus community. The Carolina Union
contributes to the educational mission of the institution through the
provision of cultural, social, educational, and entertainment programs
sponsored by the Carolina Union Activities Board and the Carolina
Union Performing Arts Series. The many co-curricular programs
offered impact the intellectual environment of the campus and create
opportunities for campus members to engage in debate, conversation,
and interaction around the issues of the time.
Students play an important role in determining needs, setting
programming and financing goals, and evaluating all aspects of the
Union. Student employees also provide and maintain the many services
offered in the Frank Porter Graham Student Union and other campus
locations.
The Carolina Union Board of Directors reviews and approves Union
finances, provides long-range planning for the Union, and selects the
Union president from student volunteers each year. The Carolina Union
Activities Board is a student organization that plans and carries out
social, cultural, recreational, and educational programs for the entire
student body. Programs range from informal stage performances and
workshops on current issues to major speakers and popular and cultural
concerts.
In addition to providing office and meeting space and services for
student organizations, the Carolina Union also offers lounge space, food
services, , and games for all UNC–Chapel Hill students.
Employment opportunities are available in many of the Union’s service
areas, such as the information desk, ticket office, and technical services.
(For more information, contact the administrative office in Room 201
of the Frank Porter Graham Student Union.)
More information about the Carolina Union is available on the Web at
carolinaunion.unc.edu.
Co-curricular Student Organizations
The University requires that co-curricular student organizations be
officially recognized each academic year. This recognition process
is designed to ensure that student organizations affiliated with the
University do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national
origin, disability, age, veteran status, sex (as defined by law), or sexual
orientation. In addition, official recognition provides student groups
with the following benefits: applying for use (through reservation)
of specified University facilities, property, services, or equipment
pursuant to the Facilities Use Policy; use of the University’s name in the
organization’s title, so long as University sponsorship or endorsement
is not implied or stated; the privilege of applying for funding from
monies generated by the Student Activity Fee, which is legislatively
apportioned by the Student Congress; and the assistance of University
staff. Applications for official University recognition must be completed
annually, in order to ensure that active students are aware of University
policies and to provide staff with information concerning University-recognized
student organizations.
Applications are available in Room 201 of the Frank Porter Graham
Student Union Building. (Note: all information in and attached to
the application is considered public information upon the granting of
recognition.)
A full list of active student organizations (there are currently more than
600) is available on the Union Web site.
Student Government
The Graduate and Professional Student Federation (GPSF), the official
representative of graduate and professional students at the University,
is organized on the basis of school, departmental, and curricula
organizations. The GPSF provides communication between graduate
and professional students, represents graduate and professional students
both within and outside the University community, and provides
structures capable of dealing with ongoing issues and concerns. It also
allocates and administers the funds appropriated to it from student fees.
Every duly enrolled graduate and professional student is automatically
a member of the GPSF. Web: studentorgs.unc.edu/gpsf. Graduate
students, whether as a result of individual interest or because of teaching
assistantships, may want to learn more about student government at
Carolina. Information is available on the Web at studentorgs.unc.edu/
studgov.
I. Executive Branch of Student Government
A. Officers: President; Vice President; Treasurer; Secretary; Executive
Assistants; Elections Board Chair
B. Current committees that address various areas of student concern:
Academic Affairs; External Relations; Human Relations; Info-Tech;
Public Service; Student Services
II. Judicial Branch of Student Government
Student Courts (both Undergraduate and Graduate). These bodies
maintain original jurisdiction with respect to all violations of the Code
of Student Conduct.
Student Attorney General’s Staff. The staff of the Student Attorney
General investigates alleged violations of the Code of Student Conduct
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and brings to trial those charges sufficiently supported by evidence. The
staff also advises and assists students accused of violations.
University Hearing Board. This court has original jurisdiction in cases
deemed inappropriate for hearing within another court, and appellate
jurisdiction with respect to cases appealed from student courts.
III. Legislative Branch of Student Government
Student Congress. The legislative branch of the student government
is unicameral (one house), consisting of 37 representatives elected by
the student body, with the presidents of the student body and of the
Graduate and Professional Student Federation (GPSF) serving as non-voting
ex officio members. The Speaker of the Student Congress (SC)
is elected from among the representatives. Graduate and professional
students and on- and off-campus undergraduates are proportionally
represented in the congress. Graduate and professional students
represent districts composed of several schools grouped together, while
undergraduates represent geographical areas.
The Student Congress handles a vast amount of legislation; one of its
primary responsibilities is to appropriate student fees for recognized
student organizations. Congress also approves appointments, serves as a
student advocate and legislates changes to the Student Code.
The representatives are elected in the spring for one-year terms, and each
member serves on one of three standing committees: Finance, Rules and
Judiciary, and Student Affairs.
Other Services
Public Safety
The Office of Public Safety is located on Manning Drive on the
UNC–Chapel Hill campus. Public safety administers the parking
and transportation system at the University (including the issuing of
parking permits) and provides for the overall safety and security of the
campus. Parking permits are available for purchase on a limited basis for
students. More information about parking availability can be found on
the Web at www.dps.unc.edu.
UNC–Chapel Hill is committed to assisting all members of the
University community in providing for their own safety and security.
The University’s combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report,
which is required by law, contains information regarding campus
security and personal safety, including topics such as crime prevention,
fire safety, University police law enforcement authority, crime reporting
policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related
to security and safety on campus. It also contains information about
crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported
crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or
property owned or controlled by UNC–Chapel Hill; and on public
property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the
campus.
To receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, stop
by the Department of Public Safety at the Public Safety Building, 285
Manning Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 or request a mailed copy by
calling (919) 962-3951. The report is also available on the Department
of Public Safety Web site at www.dps.unc.edu/securityreport.
Student Dining Services
Carolina Dining Services operates 10 separate dining facilities at UNC–
Chapel Hill. Meal purchases can be made with the UNC One Card
using a meal plan, Dining Flex, à la carte, expense, or cash. All meal
purchases made with the UNC One Card are not subject to the six
percent North Carolina state sales tax on these items. Cash purchases
are taxable. To find out more information about acquiring a UNC One
Card, visit the One Card Office Web site at www.onecard.unc.edu.
Students can use their meal plans at several of the campus all-you-care-to-
eat dining facilities. Top of Lenoir is an award-winning facility with
an array of menu choices. The Rams Head Dining Hall is a 30,000
square foot state-of-the-art facility that includes several restaurants and
all-you-care-to-eat venues.
Carolina Dining Services offers several meal plans that offer the
convenience and value of purchasing meals on campus ahead of time. To
find out more about the different meal plan options, visit the Carolina
Dining Services Web site at www.dining.unc.edu.
Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History
The Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History
(SHSCBCH) was founded in July 1988 and is named for Dr. Sonja
Haynes Stone, a member of the UNC–Chapel Hill family for more than
17 years. The SHSCBCH opened in a new building on South Road in
fall 2004 in the heart of campus, across from the Student Union and
near the Bell Tower. As a center within the University’s Academic Affairs
Division, SHSCBCH has a central role in supporting the University’s
academic mission by a strong commitment to broaden the range of
intellectual discourse about African Americans and to encourage better
understanding of peoples of the African diaspora and their perspectives
on important social and cultural issues. The center focuses its efforts
on the interdisciplinary examination of Africana lives, cultures, and
histories. The Stone Center works with numerous departments and
units of the University to help promote interdisciplinary inquiry, as well
as focused examinations from various interdisciplinary and disciplinary
perspectives.
The Stone Center is a major resource of cultural, historical, and social
programming for the UNC–Chapel Hill community. As a focal point
for Black cultural expression, the Stone Center sponsors concerts,
poetry readings, lectures, group discussions, and presentations in
drama and dance. Its permanent programs include the Sonja Haynes
Stone Memorial Fellowship and Lecture, the African Diaspora Lecture
Series, the Cross-Cultural Communications Institute (CCCI), the
Sonja Haynes Stone Collegiums, and the Visiting Scholar Program.
More information about the Stone Center can be found on the Web at
sonjahaynesstonectr.unc.edu.
American Indian Center
The mission of the American Indian Center is to bridge the richness
of North Carolina’s American Indian cultures with the strengths
of Carolina s research, education and teaching. This will establish
the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a leading public
university for American Indian scholarship and scholars and make native
issues a permanent part of the intellectual life of the university. The AIC
provides focused support for the recruitment and retention of American
Indian graduate students, including support for the graduate student
organization ‘First Nations Graduate Circle;’ support for intellectual
activities such as Native Authors’ Book Club, mentoring by the AIC
Director, support for cultural seminars and events such as Elder-in-
Residence, Native American Heritage Month, and related services. More
information about the American Indian Center and the director can be
found on the Web at americanindiancenter.unc.edu.
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Scholarly Journals
The University has published scholarly journals since 1884, when the
Journal of the Elisha Mitchell Scientific Society first appeared.
The following list contains Sme of the publications currently produced
by the University’s graduate and professional programs.
American Diplomacy. A journal for commentary, analysis and research on
American foreign policy and its practice. www.unc.edu/depts/diplomat
Annali d’Italianistica. The mission of this publication is to promote
the study of Italian literature in its cultural context, to foster scholarly
excellence, and to select topics of interest to a large number of Italianists.
www.ibiblio.org/annali
Carolina Papers in International Health and Development. A series
of UNC–Chapel Hill graduate student working papers designed to
promote scholarship in the fields of health and development and to raise
awareness of such issues among international studies specialists. cgi.unc.
edu/initiatives/carolina-papers/international-health
Endeavors. Features outstanding research and creative work undertaken
by faculty and students at the University. Distributed free, the magazine
reaches 8,600 on- and off-campus readers in an effort to engage others
in Carolina research. endeavors.unc.edu
North Carolina Law Review. Published by the School of Law to
stimulate research and publication by faculty and students. http://www.
nclawreview.org/
Studies in Romance Languages and Literatures. For 60 years, this
publication has supported and disseminated scholarship in the romance
literatures. www.unc.edu/~clsherma
The University of North Carolina Studies in the Germanic Languages and
Literatures. An internationally renowned monograph series in the field of
Germanic studies. gsll.unc.edu/
In addition, the University of North Carolina Press publishes the
following journals (uncpress.unc.edu/bm-journals.html):
Social Forces, one of the best known journals in sociology and related
fields.
The High School Journal, for educational practitioners and theorists
nationwide.
Studies in Philology, publishing articles on British literature before 1900
and articles on relations between British literature and works in the
classical, Romance, and Germanic languages.
Southeastern Geographer, publishing the academic work of geographers
and other social and physical scientists since 1961.
Southern Literary Journal, premier publication devoted to the fiction,
poetry, and drama of the American South.
Southern Cultures, dedicated to the exploration of what makes the South
the South.
Academic Resources
Early American Literature, journal of the Division on American
Literature to 1800 of the Modern Language Association.
Appalachian Heritage, a leading literary magazine of the southern
Appalachian region.
The University of
North Carolina Press
The University of North Carolina Press is the primary publishing arm of
the University in the scholarly field. In addition to its publication of the
journals of research, it carries on a book publishing program of about
80 new titles a year. Although these books are the work of scholars from
all parts of the world, the presence in the University of a professionally
staffed book publishing organization, with facilities for the international
distribution of works of scholarship, is a stimulus to research and
writing by members of the University community. The Press’ program
is an important contribution to the development of that aspect of the
University’s service which has to do with the advancement of learning.
Web: uncpress.unc.edu/default.htm
Electronic Publications: www.ibiblio.org/uncpress/epubs.shtml
Libraries
The University Libraries
The main humanities and social sciences collections of the Academic
Affairs Library are housed in the Walter Royal Davis Library. Davis
Library includes more than 900 open and closed carrels for assignment
to graduate students, and an additional 1,950 lounge, carrel, and table
seats for general use. The building also houses group study rooms,
11 lounges, a computer lab, and a number of special study areas. All
students are also welcome to use the Louis Round Wilson Library, home
of the University’s special collections, as well as the Robert B. House
Undergraduate Library and any of the specialized departmental libraries.
The University Libraries hold over 5 million bound volumes and
nearly 4.5 million microforms, constituting one of the most important
collections in the South. Additional information about the libraries, as
well as access to the online catalogs and to many electronic resources,
is available at www.lib.unc.edu. Reference librarians at any of the
UNC–Chapel Hill libraries are available to help graduate students locate
materials, use print or online library resources, or tackle any question
from the most basic to in-depth advice on research projects.
The University Libraries receive more than 100,000 periodicals and
other serials annually, including the publications of professional
associations and learned societies. The Academic Affairs Library also
receives the publications of such organizations as the Smithsonian and
Carnegie institutions, the Rockefeller Foundation, the Hispanic Society
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of America, and the Russell Sage Foundation, and of many universities,
including foreign universities and academies.
The government document collections comprise a rich body of
resources. The Academic Affairs Library is a regional depository for
United States government documents and United Nations publications,
as well as selected foreign government documents. Particularly rich
are its files of federal and state publications; state legislative journals,
laws, collected documents, colonial and state records, and records of
constitutional conventions.
The libraries provide access to a wide array of online resources including
indexes and abstracts, statistical materials and government data, and
full text titles. Many titles may be accessed from home by members of
the University community. The Davis Library Information Commons
makes available state-of-the-art workstations for library research.
Departmental libraries containing collections for study and research
are assigned to Art, Biology (Botany and Zoology), Chemistry, City
and Regional Planning, Geological Sciences, Institute of Government,
Information and Library Science, Mathematics/Physics, and Music. The
Law Library, containing more than 300,000 volumes, is located within
the School of Law at Van Hecke-Wettach Hall. It contains material
useful to students of history and government.
In addition to the collections available in-house, the libraries provide
access to a multitude of external resources. Materials that the libraries
do not own may be borrowed through interlibrary borrowing.
UNC–Chapel Hill students may obtain a Triangle Research Libraries
Network card allowing them to borrow materials from Duke, North
Carolina State, and North Carolina Central Universities. The valuable
manuscripts of the State Department of Archives and History and the
collections of the State Library at Raleigh are also nearby.
Web: www.lib.unc.edu
Special Collections (Wilson Library)
The North Carolina Collection holds books, pamphlets, maps,
newspapers, serials, broadsides, microforms, documents, recordings, and
other materials relating to the state and its people, and ranging in date
from the 16th century to the present. Two of its prominent collections
are the Sir Walter Raleigh Collection, relating to the courtier and the
era of Elizabethan exploration, and the Thomas Wolfe Collection of
manuscripts and published items by and about the University’s well-known
literary alumnus. The Photographic Archives provide a visual
record of people, places, and events throughout the state in negatives,
prints, and postcards, including examples of all formats beginning with
daguerreotype of the 1840s. The North Carolina Collection Gallery
exhibits artifacts, art, and furnishings related to the history and culture
of the state and the University.
The Manuscripts Department consists of several units. The Southern
Historical Collection preserves private papers—letters, diaries, account
books, broadsides, photographs, taped interviews, video documentation,
etc.—of individuals, families, and organizations of the region. University
Archives houses the official unpublished records of the University
created since its charter in 1789. The General and Literary Manuscripts
Collection includes documents related to notable British writers and
literary enterprises and to American writers from outside the South.
The Southern Folklife Collection houses extensive recorded music, field
tapes, photographs, movie film, and other materials related to study and
research in the field of folklore and popular culture, with emphasis on
materials about the region.
The Rare Book Collection includes books, pamphlets, broadsides,
medieval and Renaissance manuscripts, and graphic images. Of
particular interest are the Estienne Imprint Collection, the Bernard J.
Flatow Collection of the Cronistas, the George Harper Collection of W.
B. Yeats, the Archibald Henderson Collection of George Bernard Shaw,
the William Henry Hoyt Collection of French History, the Bill Morgan
Collection of Beat Literature, the William A. Whitaker Collection of
Samuel Johnson and His Circle, and an array of collections supporting
the study of 19th-century British, Irish, and American literature.
Health Sciences Library
The Health Sciences Library is the primary library for the University
of North Carolina Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy,
and Public Health, and the University of North Carolina Hospitals. It
also serves the health and biomedical information needs of the entire
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the North Carolina Area
Health Education Centers (AHEC) system, and health personnel and
researchers throughout the state.
Collections
The library has an excellent collection to support curricular, research,
and patient care information needs, consisting of more than 300,000
volumes and more than 4,000 serial titles, and more than 3,000
electronic resources. The Health Sciences Library provides a growing
collection of computer-based multimedia courseware, CD-ROMs, and
customized computer-assisted instruction, and offers electronic reserves.
Information about the collection is accessible through the Triangle
Research Libraries Network online catalog (www.trln.org). UNC-affiliated
users have free access to the majority of the library’s collections,
wherever and whenever they are needed.
Borrowing
Faculty, students, researchers, and staff of the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina Hospitals,
as well as area health professionals, receive borrowing privileges upon
application. The library provides photocopy services, article delivery
service, and an interlibrary loan service for materials not available on
campus. Borrowing privileges are also available to any North Carolina
resident for a small fee.
Information Services
Librarians are available to aid users in locating information, to instruct
in the use of library resources, and to provide additional help. Online
search services, with access to MEDLINE and about 100 other
databases, are also provided. Direct access to databases and full text
journals is offered through the library Web site (www.hsl.unc.edu) free
of charge. From this site, users can search MEDLINE, nursing and
allied health literature, international pharmaceutical abstracts, public
health community papers, and other databases from their workstations
on and off-campus. These and other databases are also available in the
library.
The Health Sciences Library coordinates the AHEC Library and
Information Services Network. This is a statewide network that supports
information services for community-based health professions education.
Students, faculty off-campus, and preceptors receive a variety of help
through the Information Connection Service.
Help in using the library’s services and collections is available online, via
e-mail, by telephone, and by appointment. Consultation services can
be used to make an appointment with a library staff member to develop
a search strategy for a thesis topic, to learn advanced literature search
techniques, or to receive any other in-depth help needed. In addition,
education services faculty offer a variety of instructional programs,
including orientation, workshops, and course lectures, designed to teach
information-management skills.
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Information Technology Services
UNC–Chapel Hill’s campus computing services are organized
under a central office: Information Technology Services (ITS ). Most
graduate students have their main contact with ITS through divisions
that manage academic computing, electronic mail (e-mail), public
microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, database access,
exam scoring, networking, and video and multimedia classroom
support. The IT Response Center (ITRC), Carolina’s help desk, assists
students, staff, and faculty in using IT services across campus. Visit the
online help site at help.unc.edu for self-help options or to contact the
ITRC, or call (919) 962-HELP for assistance.
All enrolled students at UNC–Chapel Hill are eligible for a login ID,
called an Onyen (Only Name You’ll Ever Need), that can be used for
e-mail and other IT services at UNC. After creating an Onyen at onyen.
unc.edu, students are able to create personal Web pages, download
shareware software, check grades, and set up their computers to access
the campus wired or wireless network.
With the Onyen, a number of online services are available, including
e-mail, listservs, access to online courses in BlackBoard, and access to
MyUNC, Carolina’s portal (my.unc.edu). Through the portal, students
can access their class lists, grades, financial information, and other
relevant sites, all with a single login.
Off-campus students may want to consider subscribing to an Internet
service provider (ISP) or learn about other ways to remotely access the
University networks. Detailed information can be found on the help site
at help.unc.edu.
Public microcomputer labs can be found throughout campus. Each
lab has Microsoft Windows machines as well a variety of software
applications for student use. Additionally, all lab machines have Internet
connections, so students can check their e-mail or access the Web.
There are also laser printers for student use in each lab. Lab hours vary
according to usage patterns and location; check the help site at help.unc.
edu for information on lab locations and hours of operation.
Web: its.unc.edu
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The intellectual life of the University and the research activities of
graduate students and faculty alike receive valuable encouragement
and support from the various institutes and centers listed below. These
institutes do not operate as instructional agencies within the University;
rather, they serve to obtain financial and organizational assistance for
the scholars who constitute their membership. Many of the institutes
provide opportunities for graduate student training.
Research Institutes and Centers
Most research centers and institutes can be found at the following Web
site. Selected locations are detailed below.
research.unc.edu/offices/index.htm
Child Development Institute
(see Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute)
www.fpg.unc.edu
Institute for the Arts and Humanities
The institute’s mission is to provide time and common space for faculty
in the College of Arts and Sciences to work on projects that will advance
their careers and benefit their students. The institute provides funds for
faculty during the academic year or summer (Faculty Fellows Program)
so that faculty may spend their time on scholarly or research activities.
(919) 962-0249
www.iah.unc.edu
Institute for the Environment
The UNC Institute for the Environment is leading UNC’s world-renowned
environmental community in developing solutions to critical
environmental challenges. In doing so, it educates future environmental
leaders and engages with the people of North Carolina and the nation to
address and solve environmental challenges.
www.ie.unc.edu/index.cfm
Institute for Research in Social Science
(see Odum Institute for Research in Social Science)
www.odum.unc.edu
Institute of African American Research
The Institute of African American Research (IAAR) is the research
component of the Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture
and History. The mission of the institute is to promote the scholarly
investigation of the culture and thought of African Americans, as well as
Blacks in the Diaspora. The aim of the institute is to support intellectual
productivity across far-reaching investigative interests and academic
disciplines that is committed to research in Black studies. The institute
supports projects that examine the impact of the African Diaspora on
Black life and culture in the United States.
www.unc.edu/iaar
Research Resources
Institute of Government
The Institute of Government within the School of Government is
devoted to teaching, research, and consultation in state and local
government. Over the years the institute has served as the research
agency for numerous study commissions of the state and local
government.
(919) 966-5381
www.sog.unc.edu
Institute for the Study of the Americas
The Institute for the Study of the Americas (ISA) at the University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge
of the Latin American experience in the Western Hemisphere. It builds
on a long-standing and distinguished tradition of scholarly interest in
the diverse regions that make up Latin America, including Mexico,
Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
isa.unc.edu
Institute of Marine Sciences
The institute’s mission is to serve the state and nation through the
conduct of high quality basic and applied marine science research.
(252) 726-6841
www.marine.unc.edu
Institute of Outdoor Drama
Established in 1863, the Institute of Outdoor Drama is a public service
agency of UNC–Chapel Hill. It is the only advisory and research
organization in the United States dedicated to the advancement of
the outdoor drama movement, and serves as a resource for groups,
government agencies, and individuals who wish to create new outdoor
dramas or who are seeking information on the field.
(919) 962-1328
outdoordrama.unc.edu
Institute on Aging
Mission: The North Carolina General Assembly created the Institute
on Aging in August 1996, placed it under the general umbrella of the
17-campus University of North Carolina System and based it at the
UNC–Chapel Hill campus. The institute’s mission is to enhance the
well-being of older people in North Carolina by fostering statewide
collaboration in research education and service. Its mandate is to
1) promote collaborative applied and basic gerontological research,
2) develop innovative programs of interdisciplinary gerontological
education and practice, and 3) provide state-of-the-art information to
policymakers, program managers, service providers, clinicians, and the
general public.
www.aging.unc.edu
Jordan Institute for Families
Created in 1996, the Jordan Institute for Families is the research,
training, and technical assistance arm of the School of Social Work at
the University of North Carolina. Cutting across traditional disciplinary
research resources
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lines, the Jordan Institute develops knowledge and promotes practices
and policies that build supportive families and stable communities. The
Jordan Institute addresses family issues across the life span that threaten
to undermine some families—such as poverty, abuse, mental illness,
school failure, and substance abuse—as well as challenges that confront
most families, such as providing for aging family members and caring
for young children.
ssw.unc.edu/jif
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
The Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, an affiliate
of the Kenan–Flagler Business School, encourages cooperation
among business, academia, and government to foster private-sector
development and to utilize the private sector to serve the public interest
in the United States and worldwide. The Kenan Institute develops
innovative public-private and private-private partnerships that build the
capacity of people, business, and communities to prosper in market-based
environments. These programs are anchored in research that
provides the basis for replicating and extending these outreach programs
nationally and internationally. The Kenan Institute was established
in 1985 by a series of gifts from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable
Trust and the William R. Kenan Jr. Fund. The institute operates from
two locations—the Kenan Center at the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill and Washington, DC. A sister institute in Thailand,
Kenan Institute Asia, has been established to provide a physical and
institutional presence.
www.kenan-flagler.unc.edu/kenan-institute/about.aspx
H. W. Odum Institute for Research in Social Science
H. W. Odum Institute for Research in Social Science promotes and
supports social science research at UNC-Chapel Hill. Founded in 1924,
the Odum Institute houses one of the nation’s largest social science
and census data archives, maintains a state-of-the-art computing and
GIS lab for faculty and student research, offers advanced quantitative
and qualitative statistical software and consulting support for social
science and survey research design and analysis, offers short courses
and seminars on research topics, and sponsors 16 ongoing faculty work
groups.
www.odum.unc.edu
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Since 1946, students and faculty of the University of North Carolina
have benefited from its membership in Oak Ridge Associated
Universities (ORAU). ORAU is a consortium of 85 colleges and
universities and a contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE) located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. ORAU works with its
member institutions to help their students and faculty gain access to
federal research facilities throughout the country; to keep its members
informed about opportunities for fellowship, scholarship and research
appointments; and to organize research alliances among its members.
Through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE),
the DOE facility that ORAU operates, undergraduates, graduates,
and postgraduates, as well as faculty, enjoy access to a multitude of
opportunities for study and research. Students can participate in
programs covering a wide variety of disciplines including business,
earth sciences, epidemiology, engineering, physics, geological sciences,
pharmacology, ocean sciences, biomedical sciences, nuclear chemistry,
and mathematics. Appointment and program length range from one
month to four years. Many of these programs are especially designed to
increase the numbers of underrepresented minority students pursuing
degrees in science- and engineering-related disciplines. A comprehensive
listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and
details on locations and benefits can be found in the ORISE Catalog of
Education and Training Programs, which is available at see.orau.org.
ORAU’s Office of Partnership Development seeks opportunities for
partnerships and alliances among ORAU’s members, private industry,
and major federal facilities. Activities include faculty development
programs, such as the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement
Awards, the Visiting Industrial Scholars Program, consortium research
funding initiatives, faculty research, and support programs as well as
services to chief research officers.
www.orau.org
Triangle Institute for Security Studies
The object of TIS is to promote communication and cooperation
among faculty, graduate students, and the public across disciplines and
beyond the confines of each university in order to advance research
and education concerning national and international security, broadly
defined.
(919) 684-5162
sanford.duke.edu/centers/tiss
Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies
The mission of the Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies is to conduct,
coordinate, and promote basic and clinical research on the causes,
prevention, and treatment of alcoholism and alcohol abuse.
(919) 966-5678
www.med.unc.edu/alcohol
Carolina Center for Public Service
Mission: The Carolina Center for Public Service leads the University’s
engagement efforts and service to the state of North Carolina and
beyond by linking the expertise and energy of faculty, staff, and students
to the needs of the people.
In all its efforts, the Carolina Center for Public Service seeks to build
partnerships throughout the University and the state as it:
• advances the quality and sustainability of efforts through effective
practices
• recognizes and celebrates exemplary service
• shares information, strategies, and outcomes of UNC’s service
endeavors
• facilitates community-based scholarship in addressing community
issues
As the first public university, Carolina has a proud history of changing
lives through educating scholars and leaders dedicated to forging a
brighter future for the state, nation, and the world. The University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to expanding its tradition
of engagement and responsiveness through the Carolina Center for
Public Service.
www.unc.edu/ccps
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center exists to serve the research and research
training needs of faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill who have interests in the population field. The center is rich in
its diversity. Its 56 faculty fellows have their primary appointments in
sixteen departments in five schools or colleges within the University. The
postdoctoral, predoctoral, and undergraduate training programs also
reflect the diversity of the center.
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(919) 966-2157
www.cpc.unc.edu
Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research
The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research organizes
interdisciplinary research on the structure and impact of the health care
system. A fundamental interest of the center has been the interaction
between the medical care system and vulnerable populations, such as
the poor, the elderly, rural residents, minority groups, the chronically ill,
children, and the mentally ill.
(919) 966-5011
www.shepscenter.unc.edu
Center for Aging Research and Educational Services
The Center for Aging Research and Educational Services is dedicated to
serving social work practitioners and decision makers who work with
older adults and their families.
ssw.unc.edu/cares/cares.htm
Center for AIDS Research
The purpose of the UNC Center for Aids Research (CFAR) is to provide
infrastructure to support investigation of the HIV/AIDS epidemic
using clinical research, behavioral research, research into HIV biology
and pathogenesis at the molecular level, and educational outreach. The
UNC CFAR is a consortium of three complementary institutions: The
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Research Triangle Institute,
and Family Health International.
cfar.med.unc.edu
Center for Community Capitalism
The center examines ways that government, nonprofits, and the private
sector can work together through innovative public-private community
development partnerships to strengthen inner cities. The center works to
create public policies that will make capitalism work better in distressed
communities and focuses on new ways government policy can bring the
energy of private enterprise to lift inner-city residents out of poverty. It
views inner cities as untapped markets with considerable financial and
human resources and profit potential for enterprising businesses.
www.ccc.unc.edu
Center for Developmental Science
The Center for Developmental Science is an interdisciplinary and inter-institutional
center for the advanced study of human development.
The mission of the CDS is to provide an environment that transcends
the ordinary boundaries of disciplines and institutions in order to
facilitate multidisciplinary, collaborative explorations of new frontiers
in developmental research and training based on the principles of
developmental science.
Goals of the CDS are:
• to transcend traditional barriers to scholarship by drawing
developmental investigators from a wide variety of disciplines and
institutional affiliations
• to support research about human development that aims to
understand the basic processes of behavioral, emotional, physical, and
cognitive development, and the mechanisms that affect development
across the life span
• to develop, apply, critique, and revise developmental theory and
methods such as longitudinal design and data analytic techniques that
are sensitive to developmental processes
• to translate this basic science research into practice in a variety of
venues in order to improve the health and developmental outcomes of
individuals across the life span
• to develop and support a strong cohort of developmental researchers
through the establishment of a unified and integrated research
environment in which faculty collaborate and work closely with each
other and with doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows to prepare
the next generation of developmental researchers.
Funded by grants from the National Institute of Health and other
sources, the CDS administers a pre- and postdoctoral training program,
sponsors a weekly consortium series, supports workshops and special
institutes on critical topics, and provides support for visiting faculty.
(919) 962-0333
www.cds.unc.edu
NSF Science and Technology Center for Environmentally
Responsible Solvents and Processes
More than 30 billion pounds of organic and halogenated solvents
are used worldwide each year as process aids, cleaning agents, and
dispersants. Considerably more water is used and contaminated in
related processes. In the 21st century, manufacturing and service
industries must increasingly attempt to avoid production, use, and
subsequent release into the environment of contaminated water, volatile
organic solvents, chlorofluorocarbons, and other noxious pollutants.
Technological breakthroughs of the last decade now indicate that liquid
and supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) could become a very commonly
used solvent in overcoming these environmental problems. The S&T
Center for Environmentally Responsible Solvents and Processes,
established in 1999, has as its goal to develop the scientific fundamentals
necessary to enable liquid and supercritical CO2 to replace aqueous
and organic solvents in key processes in the nation’s manufacturing
sector. Three key focus areas identified to date are macromolecular
synthesis/engineering, microlithography, and nanostructures. This is a
multidisciplinary effort with participants from five academic centers and
two national laboratories: the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill, North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T University,
University of Texas at Austin, and Georgia Institute of Technology in
partnership with Sandia National Laboratory and Oak Ridge National
Laboratory.
(919) 962-5468
www.nsfstc.unc.edu
Center for European Studies
The mission of the Center for European Studies is to advance
understanding of the social, political, and economic events that shape
contemporary Europe. It does this primarily by supporting faculty
and graduate student research through its roles as a National Resource
Center funded by Title VI grants and as a European Union Center
funded by the European Commission. At the same time, the center
disseminates knowledge about contemporary Europe by enriching the
University’s work in graduate and undergraduate education and in
outreach programs with public schools. One major new initiative in
the center’s educational functions has been the establishment of the
Trans-Atlantic Master’s Program (TAM). Another is its present effort to
institute a new major in contemporary European studies.
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UNC’s Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusivity
UNC–Chapel Hill has a long-held tradition of striving for excellence.
Quality education takes place among persons with differing social
backgrounds, economic circumstances, personal characteristics,
philosophical outlooks, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and
expectations. We at the University acknowledge that we face ongoing
challenges to overcome the effects and influences of adverse historical,
social, political, and economic factors. A critical element for any 21st-century
educational institution is a diverse and inclusive community
that functions in a global context. The historical, political, economic,
and educational backgrounds of the University, the state, and the nation
shape our present circumstances and inform the measures we must
take to accomplish our highest aspirations. The University engages
in teaching, research, and service to expand and discover knowledge,
promote educational enlightenment, and improve understanding. We
work to assure that we have a complement of students, faculty, and staff
that broadly reflects the ways in which people differ. We speak of these
differences as representing “diversity.”
UNC’s commitment to diversity excellence began in the 1960s through
the support of minority programming and continues today through
the work of the Office for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs (DMA).
DMA is an administrative unit in the Office of the Executive Vice
Chancellor and Provost. It is lead by the associate provost for diversity
and multicultural affairs, who serves as the chief diversity officer and
advises the University community on diversity policies and issues. The
office collaborates with University officers and campus units to identify
and implement strategies and initiatives for achieving the core values
with respect to diversity and the goal of increased diversity among
students, staff, and faculty. The ultimate goal of both DMA and the
University is building an inclusive environment that values and respects
the contributions of all members of the Carolina community.
For more information about the Office for Diversity and Multicultural
Affairs, see www.unc.edu/diversity.
For information about Graduate School diversity matters, see
gradschool.unc.edu/diversity or contact Roy Charles, Director of Diversity,
Recruitment, and Retention, UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate Student
Center, 211A W. Cameron Avenue, Campus Box 4010, Chapel Hill,
NC 27599-4010. Phone: (919) 966-2613; e-mail: rac@email.unc.edu.
Summary of the University’s Policy on Prohibited Harassment,
Including Sexual Misconduct, and Discrimination, and the
Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination
The University’s Policy on Prohibited Harassment, Including Sexual
Misconduct, and Discrimination (campusconversation.web.unc.edu/
policy) prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of an
individual’s race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed,
genetic information, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, or gender expression. Appendices B and C of this
policy provide specific information for students who believe that they
have experienced sexual misconduct or have been harassed or have been
discriminated against on the basis of one or more of these protected
classifications.
Students who want additional information regarding the University’s
process for investigating allegations of harassment, including sexual
misconduct, or discrimination, should contact the Equal Opportunity/
ADA Office or the student complaint coordinator in the Office of the
Dean of Students for assistance:
Equal Opportunity/ADA Office
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9160
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Office of the Dean of Students
Student and Academic Services Building North
450 Ridge Road
Campus Box 5100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Fax: (919) 843-9778
E-mail: dos@unc.edu
Any administrator or supervisor, including a department chair, associate
dean or other administrator, who receives a student’s complaint
about prohibited harassment or discrimination must notify the Equal
Opportunity/ADA Office within five (5) calendar days of receiving
the complaint. If a student raises a claim of prohibited harassment
or discrimination during an academic appeal, an investigation of the
student’s claim must be performed under the direction of the Equal
Opportunity/ADA Office. The school or department must await the
results of the harassment or discrimination investigation before deciding
the student’s academic appeal.
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Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination
The University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming
environment for all members of our community and to ensuring that
educational and employment decisions are based on individuals’ abilities
and qualifications. Consistent with this principle and applicable laws, it
is therefore the University’s policy not to discriminate in offering access
to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment
terms and conditions on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin,
age, religion, creed, genetic information, disability, veteran’s status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Such a policy
ensures that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and
consistent standards of conduct and performance are applied. Copies of
the University’s EPA and SPA Equal Opportunity Plans are available on
the University’s Web site at equalopportunity-ada.unc.edu/index.htm.
Any inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination
policies should be brought to the attention of one of the following
administrators, as noted:*
The University’s Office of Counseling and Psychological Services ([919]
966-3658) is available to provide confidential assistance to students. The
University’s Ombuds Office ([919] 843-8204) is available to provide
confidential assistance to employees.
* The University’s policy prohibiting discrimination on the basis of
sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity does not
apply to the University’s relationships with outside organizations,
including the federal government, the military, ROTC, and private
employers.
Equal Opportunity/ADA Office
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Vice Chancellor for Human
Resources
300 South Building
Campus Box 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3000
Telephone: (919) 962-1554
Academic Personnel Office
218 South Building
Campus Box 8000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8000
Telephone: (919) 843-6056
Discrimination in employment
or educational programs and
activities:
Discrimination in employment:
University Title IX Officer
100 E. Franklin Street, Unit 110
Campus Box 9160
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9160
Telephone: (919) 966-3576
Fax: (919) 962-2562
E-mail: equalopportunity@unc.edu
Deputy Title IX Officer
Office of the Dean of Students
Student and Academic Services
Building
North, 450 Ridge Road,
Campus Box
5100, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Fax: (919) 843-9778
E-mail: dos@unc.edu
Sex discrimination in educational
programs and activities:
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Letter to Students 6
Academic Calendar 6
Mission Statement 7
The UNC System 8
History of the University 8
Constituent Institutions 9
Board of Governors 10
General Administration 12
Board of Trustees 13
Administrative Officers 14
Administrative Board of The Graduate School 15
The Graduate School 15
Staff of The Graduate School 16
UNC-Chapel Hill General Information 17
History 17
Summer School 17
Visiting Scholars 17
The University Year 17
Admissions and Financial Information 18
Admissions Information 18
Application 18
Fellowship and Financial Aid Information 18
Campus Safety Information 19
Funding Opportunities 19
Departmental Awards 19
Teaching and Research Assistantships 19
Federal/State Fellowships and Traineeships 19
Financial Aid 19
Student Affairs Information 20
The Graduate School 20
Graduate School Handbook 20
Policies and Guidelines for a Cooperative Learning
Environment 20
Grade Appeals 21
Orientation 21
Professional Development in Graduate Education 21
Graduate Student Foreign Language Proficiency
Assessment 22
Student Affairs 22
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs 22
Office of the Dean of Students 22
Campus Y 22
University Career Services 22
Counseling and Psychological Services 22
Accessibility Resources & Services 22
Academic Success Program for Students with
LD and ADHD 23
Housing and Residential Education 23
International Student and Scholar Services 23
Campus Health Services 23
Carolina Union 24
Co-curricular Student Organizations 24
Student Government 24
Other Services 25
Public Safety 25
Student Dining Services 25
Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture
and History 25
American Indian Center 25
Academic Resources 26
Scholarly Journals 26
UNC Press 26
Libraries 26
Information Technology Services 28
Research Resources 29
Research Institutes and Centers 29
Research Laboratories 36
University Regulations and Policies 38
Honor Code 38
Faculty Responsibilities 38
Student Responsibilities 38
Alcoholic Beverages Policy 39
Drug Policy 39
Smoking Policy 39
Disciplinary Records 39
University Policy on Prohibited Harassment,
Including Sexual Misconduct,
and Discrimination 40
Policy Statement on Nondiscrimination 40
Amorous Relationships 41
Transportation and Parking 41
Parking 41
Alternatives to Parking 41
More Information 42
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Degrees Conferred 43
Certificate Programs 44
Academic Program Listings of Graduate Faculty
and Courses 45
Appointment to the Graduate Faculty 45
Course Numbers and Credit 45
American Studies 45
Anthropology 51
Applied Sciences and Engineering 58
Art 61
Biochemistry and Biophysics 68
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 72
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program 73
Biology 74
Biomedical Engineering 81
Biostatistics 294
Kenan–Flagler Business School 84
Cell Biology and Physiology 93
Chemistry 98
City and Regional Planning 104
Classics 113
Communication Studies 116
Computer Science 122
Dentistry 128
Dramatic Art 139
Economics 142
Education 147
English and Comparative Literature 164
Environmental Sciences and Engineering 298
Environment and Ecology 173
Epidemiology 303
Exercise and Sport Science 177
Genetics and Molecular Biology 181
Geography 184
Geological Sciences 188
Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures 192
Government 202
Health Behavior 309
Health Policy and Management 314
History 205
Human Movement Science 213
Information and Library Science 215
Journalism and Mass Communication 221
Linguistics 230
Marine Sciences 233
Maternal and Child Health 321
Mathematics 237
Microbiology and Immunology 241
Music 244
Neurobiology 246
Nursing 249
Nutrition 324
Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy 255
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine 258
Pharmacology 261
Pharmacy 264
Philosophy 271
Physics and Astronomy 274
Political Science 279
Psychology 286
Public Administration 202
Public Health 293
Public Health Leadership 329
Public Policy 333
Rehabilitation Counseling and Psychology 338
Religious Studies 340
Romance Languages and Literatures 345
Russian and East European Studies 351
Social Work 352
Sociology 359
Speech and Hearing Sciences 364
Statistics and Operations Research 367
Toxicology 372
Women’s and Gender Studies 374
Appendix 377
Campus Map 386
Index of Campus Buildings 387
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To Graduate Students
and Prospective Graduate Students
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the leading graduate research
universities in the United States. As one of the most comprehensive universities in the nation,
Carolina provides a breadth of study and interdisciplinary experience matched by few institutions.
More than 80 graduate programs, including both doctoral-level and master’s-level training, are
currently active in The Graduate School.
This catalog provides basic information about these programs. It includes our admission standards
and requirements, tuition and other costs, sources of financial aid (including fellowships),
information concerning research institutes and centers, and brief descriptions of programs and
courses. In addition, you will find under each program description a listing of all graduate faculty
in that area together with their specific research interests. Please visit The Graduate School Web
site, gradschool.unc.edu, for further information on many of these topics.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill believes that academic excellence is enhanced
by the maintenance of a community that includes people from a wide range of ethnic, racial,
socio-economic, and geographic backgrounds, as well as individuals whose personal attributes
will contribute to a richer learning environment. The University is committed to equality of
educational opportunity.
In addition to our outstanding faculty, our comprehensive research and library resources and our
exceptional facilities, the University has a warm and collegial spirit that is conducive to personal
growth and scholarship.
By attending this institution you are becoming an important part of a 200-year-long tradition of
excellence in scholarship, research, teaching, and public service. We hope that your time here is
fruitful, challenging, and rewarding.
The Graduate School
Academic Calendar
University Registrar Calendars can be obtained
on the Registrar’s Web site: registrar.unc.edu.
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first
public university, serves North Carolina, the United States, and the
world through teaching, research, and public service. We embrace
an unwavering commitment to excellence as one of the world’s great
research universities.
Our mission is to serve as a center for research, scholarship, and
creativity and to teach a diverse community of undergraduate,
graduate, and professional students to become the next generation of
leaders. Through the efforts of our exceptional faculty and staff, and
with generous support from North Carolina’s citizens, we invest our
Mission Statement:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
knowledge and resources to enhance access to learning and to foster
the success and prosperity of each rising generation. We also extend
knowledge-based services and other resources of the University to the
citizens of North Carolina and their institutions to enhance the quality
of life for all people in the State.
With lux, libertas—light and liberty—as its founding principles, the
University has charted a bold course of leading change to improve
society and to help solve the world’s greatest problems.
(Approved by the UNC Board of Governors, November 2009)
mission statement
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The UNC System
History of the University
In North Carolina all the public educational institutions that grant
baccalaureate degrees are part of the University of North Carolina. The
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the constituent
institutions of the multicampus state university.
The University of North Carolina, chartered by the North Carolina
General Assembly in 1789, was the first public university in the United
States to open its doors and the only one to graduate students in the
18th century. The first class was admitted in Chapel Hill in 1795. For
the next 136 years the only campus of the University of North Carolina
was at Chapel Hill.
In 1877 the North Carolina General Assembly began sponsoring
additional institutions of higher education, diverse in origin and
purpose. Five were historically black institutions, and another was
founded to educate Native Americans. Several were created to prepare
teachers for the public schools. Others had a technological emphasis.
One is a training school for performing artists.
In 1931 the North Carolina General Assembly redefined the University
of North Carolina to include three state-supported institutions: the
campus at Chapel Hill (now the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill), North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering at
Raleigh (now North Carolina State University at Raleigh) and the North
Carolina College for Women (Woman’s College) at Greensboro (now
the University of North Carolina at Greensboro). The new multicampus
University operated with one board of trustees and one president. By
1969 three additional campuses had joined the University through
legislative action: the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the
University of North Carolina at Asheville, and the University of North
Carolina at Wilmington.
In 1971 the General Assembly passed legislation bringing into the
University of North Carolina the state’s 10 remaining public senior
institutions, each of which had until then been legally separate:
Appalachian State University, East Carolina University, Elizabeth
City State University, Fayetteville State University, North Carolina
Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina Central
University, North Carolina School of the Arts, Pembroke State
University, Western Carolina University, and Winston-Salem State
University. This action created a 16-campus University. In l985 the
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, a residential
high school for gifted students, was declared an affiliated school of the
University, and it recently became the 17th constituent institution.
The UNC Board of Governors is the policy-making body legally charged
with “the general determination, control, supervision, management and
governance of all affairs of the constituent institutions.” It elects the
president, who administers the University. The 32 voting members of
the board are elected by the North Carolina General Assembly for four-year
terms. Former board chairs and board members who are former
governors of North Carolina may continue to serve for limited periods
as nonvoting members emeriti. The president of the UNC Association
of Student Governments, or that student’s designee, is also a nonvoting
member.
Each of the 17 institutions is headed by a chancellor, who is chosen by
the Board of Governors on the president’s nomination and is responsible
to the president. Each institution has a board of trustees, consisting
of eight members elected by the Board of Governors, four appointed
by the governor, and the president of the student body, who serves ex
officio. (The North Carolina School of the Arts has two additional ex
officio members.) Each board of trustees holds extensive powers over
academic and other operations of its institution on delegation from the
Board of Governors.
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Universities
Appalachian State University
www.appstate.edu
East Carolina University
www.ecu.edu
Elizabeth City State University
www.ecsu.edu
Fayetteville State University
www.uncfsu.edu
North Carolina Agricultural
and Technological State University
www.ncat.edu
North Carolina Central University
www.nccu.edu
North Carolina School of the Arts
www.ncarts.edu
North Carolina State University
www.ncsu.edu
University of North Carolina at Asheville
www.unca.edu
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
www.unc.edu
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
www.uncc.edu
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
www.uncg.edu
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
www.uncp.edu
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
www.uncwil.edu
Western Carolina University
www.wcu.edu
Winston-Salem State University
www.wssu.edu
High School
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
www.ncssm.edu
The University of North Carolina:
Constituent Institutions
constituent institutions
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Peter D. Hans
Chair
4185 English Garden Way
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 329-3815
H. Frank Grainger
Vice Chair
Post Office Box 386
Cary, NC 27512
(919) 467-1599
Ann B. Goodnight
Secretary
SAS Campus Drive
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 531-0157
Roger Aiken
190 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 258-0546
W. Louis Bissette Jr.
Post Office Box 3180
Asheville, NC 28802-3180
(828) 254-8800
Board of Governors
The University of North Carolina
Fred N. Eshelman
300 N. Third Street Suite
110 Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 558-6885
John C. Fennebresque
201 N. Tryon Street Suite 3000
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 373-8989
Hannah D. Gage
6046 Leeward Lane
Wilmington, NC 28409
(919) 790-9375
Thomas J. Harrelson
202 West Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-5558
Henry W. Hinton
3062 Dartmouth Drive
Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 355-8822
James L. Holmes Jr.
4325 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 469-2473
Rodney E. Hood
2111 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 585-6303
William Marty Kotis III
3201 Stillwell Road
Summerfield, NC 27358
(336) 574-2000
G. Leroy Lail
2258 Highway 70, SE
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 322-4825 x301
Scott Lampe
17927 River Ford Drive
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 455-0530
www.northcarolina.edu/bog/members.htm
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Mary Ann Maxwell
616 Lake Shore Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 705-3219
Franklin E. McCain
8201 Reames Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
(704) 598-7737
W. Edwin McMahan
5815 Westpark Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 561-3402
Charles H. Mercer Jr.
Post Office Box 6529
Raleigh, NC 27628
(919) 877-3814
Fred G. Mills
Post Office Box 6171
Raleigh, NC 27628
(919) 755-9155
Burley B. Mitchell Jr.
4301 City of Oaks Wynd
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 755-8166
Hari H. Nath
102 Loch Stone Lane
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 803-0478
Robert J. Nunnery
Ex Officio Member
140 Friday Center Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
(919) 843-6744
David M. Powers
130 Copperfield Place Court
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
(336) 741-2754
Irvin A. Roseman
1301 Medical Center Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1000
Richard F. “Dick” Taylor
Post Office Box 111
Lumberton, NC 28359
(910) 739-1111
Raiford Trask III
1202 Eastwood Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 512-5084
Phillip D. Walker
451 43rd Avenue, NW
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 304-5205
J. Bradley Wilson
Emeritus Member
Post Office Box 2291
Durham, NC 27702
(919) 765-3558
David W. Young
172 Wembley Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 691-6555
board of governors
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Thomas W. Ross, J.D.
President
Kevin M. FitzGerald, M.P.A.
Chief of Staff
Ann W. Lemmon, M.B.A.
Secretary of the University
Alisa Chapman, Ed.D.
Vice President for Academic and University Programs
Leslie Boney, B.A.
Vice President for International, Community,
and Economic Engagement
Christopher Brown, Ph.D.
Vice President for Research and Graduate Education
William Fleming, M.P.A.
Vice President for Human Resources
John Leydon, M.B.A.
Vice President for Information Resources
and Chief Information Officer
The University of North Carolina
General Administration
www.northcarolina.edu/bog/members.htm
Drew Moretz, B.A.
Vice President for Government Relations
Suzanne Ortega, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Charles Perusse, M.P.A.
Vice President for Finance
Kimrey Rhinehardt, B.A.
Vice President for Federal Relations
Thomas Shanahan, J.D.
Interim Vice President and General Counsel
Joni B. Worthington, M.A.
Vice President for Communications
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Wade H. Hargrove (2013)
Chair
Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard, LP
1600 Wachovia Capital Center
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 834-9216; Fax (919) 839-0304
Barbara Rosser Hyde (2013)
Vice Chair
Hyde Family Foundations
17 West Pontotoc, Suite 200
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 685-3411; Fax (901) 683-3147
Phillip L. Clay (2015)
Secretary
Office of the Chancellor
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Room 10-200
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
(617) 253-6164; Fax (617) 258-6261
W. Lowry Caudill (2015)
104 Tennwood Court
Durham, NC 27712
(919) 471-6721; Fax (919) 471-4541
Donald Williams Curtis (2013)
Curtis Media Group
3012 Highwoods Boulevard, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 790-9392; Fax (919) 790-8369
Alston Gardner (2015)
623 E. Franklin Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(970) 927-4206; Fax (561) 828-2323
Peter T. Grauer (2015)
731 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212) 617-1956; Fax (917) 369-4500
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Board of Trustees
www.unc.edu/depts/trustees
H. Kel Landis III (2013)
2710 Rosedale Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 256-6343; Fax (919) 256-6350
Steven Lerner (2015)
Blue Hill Group
431 Meadowmont Village Circle
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
(919) 933-7881; Fax (919) 932-8829
Sallie Shuping-Russell (2015)
BlackRock
2200 West Main Street, Suite 500
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 416-6860; Fax (919) 416-6861
John L. Townsend III (2013)
101 Park Avenue
48th Floor
New York, NY 10178
(212) 984-2460; Fax (212) 984-2501
Felicia A. Washington (2013)
K&L Gates, LP
214 N. Tryon St., 47th Floor
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 331-7466; Fax (704) 353-3166
Will Leimenstoll
Ex-Officio Member
Student Body President
Carolina Union CB# 5210, Box 47
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-5210
(336) 552-8349; Fax (615) 347-7804
Erin Schuettpelz
Assistant Secretary
UNC–Chapel Hill
Office of the Chancellor
103 South Building, CB# 9100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9100
(919) 962-1365; Fax: (919) 962-1647
board of trustees
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The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Administrative Officers
Office of the Chancellor
Carol L. Folt, Ph.D., Chancellor-Elect
Erin Schuettpelz, B.A., Chief of Staff, Secretary of the University
Office of the Provost
James W. Dean Jr., Ph.D., Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
Ronald B. Strauss, Ph.D., Executive Vice Provost; Chief
International Officer
Carol Tresolini, Ph.D., Vice Provost, Academic Initiatives
Taffye Benson Clayton, Ed.D., Vice Provost, Diversity and
Multicultural Affairs
Dwayne Pinkney, Ph.D., Vice Provost, Finance and Academic Planning
Shirley A. Ort, J.D., Associate Provost; Director, Scholarships and
Student Aid
Sarah Michalak, M.L.S., Associate Provost; University Librarian
Stephen M. Farmer, M.A., Vice Provost, Enrollment and
Undergraduate Admissions
Christopher Derickson, M.A., Assistant Provost; University Registrar
College of Arts and Sciences
Karen Gil, Ph.D., Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Tammy McHale, M.B.A., Senior Associate Dean, Finance and Planning
Terry Ellen Rhodes, D.M.A., Senior Associate Dean, Fine Arts and
Humanities
Shannon Kennedy, Senior Associate Dean, Development; Executive
Director, Arts and Sciences Foundation
Kevin Guskiewicz, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean, Natural Sciences
Jonathan Hartlyn, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean, Social Sciences and
Global Programs
Office of Undergraduate Education
Bobbi Owen, M.F.A., Senior Associate Dean, Undergraduate Education
Lee Yeager May, Ph.D., Associate Dean and Director, Academic Advising
Harold Woodard, M.A., Associate Dean and Director, Center for Student
Success and Academic Counseling
Steve Reznick, Ph.D., Associate Dean, First Year Seminars and Academic
Experiences
James L. Leloudis, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Carolina Honors; Director,
James M. Johnston Center for Undergraduate Excellence
Erika Lindemann, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Undergraduate Curricula
School Deans
John P. Evans, Ph.D., Interim Dean, Kenan–Flagler Business School
Jane A. Weintraub, D.D.S., M.P.H., Dean, School of Dentistry
G. Williamson McDiarmid, Ph.D., Dean, School of Education
Michael R. Smith, J.D., Dean, School of Government
Steven W. Matson, Ph.D., Dean, The Graduate School
Gary Marchionini, Ph.D., Dean, School of Information and Library
Science
Susan Robinson King, M.A., Dean, School of Journalism and
Mass Communication
John Charles “Jack” Boger, J.D., Dean, School of Law
William L. Roper, M.D., Dean, School of Medicine; Vice Chancellor,
Medical Affairs; CEO, UNC Health Care System
Kristen M. Swanson, Ph.D., Dean, School of Nursing
Robert Blouin, Pharm.D., Dean, Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Barbara K. Rimer, Dr.P.H., Dean, Gillings School of Global
Public Health
Jack M. Richman, Ph.D., Dean, School of Social Work
Jan J. Yopp, M.A., Dean, Summer School
Robert Gray Bruce Jr., Director, The William and Ida Friday Center for
Continuing Education
Finance and Administration
Karol Kain Gray, B.S.B.A., Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration
Meredith Weiss, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Business Services and
Administration
Vacant, Associate Vice Chancellor, Energy, Environment, Health and
Campus Safety
Bruce L. Runberg, M.S. Civil Eng., M.S. Mgmt., Associate Vice
Chancellor, Facilities Services
Kevin Seitz, M.B.A., Associate Vice Chancellor, Finance
Gordon Merklein, M.C.R.P., Executive Director, Real Estate Development
Human Resources
Brenda R. Malone, J.D., Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Matthew S. Brody, M.S., Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Information Technology Services
Chris Kielt, M.A., Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer
Ramon Padilla Jr., M.B.A., Associate Vice Chancellor; Deputy Chief
Information Officer; Interim Information Security Officer
Medical Affairs
William Roper, M.D., Vice Chancellor, Medical Affairs; CEO, UNC
Health Care System; Dean, School of Medicine
Research and Economic Development
Barbara Entwisle, Ph.D., Vice Chancellor, Research
Robert P. Lowman, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Robin L. Cyr, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research; Director, Office of
Sponsored Research
Andrew S. Johns, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Don Hobart, Associate Vice Chancellor, Research
Student Affairs
Winston B. Crisp, J.D., Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
Christopher Payne, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
Bettina Shuford, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
University Advancement
Julia Sprunt Grumbles, B.A., Interim Vice Chancellor, University
Advancement
Vacant, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Development
Michael B. McFarland, M.A., Interim Associate Vice Chancellor,
University Relations
University Counsel
Leslie Chambers Strohm, J.D., Vice Chancellor and General Counsel
Patricia C. Crawford, J.D., Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy General
Counsel
David M. Parker, J.D., Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy General
Counsel
Athletics
Lawrence R. “Bubba” Cunningham, M.B.A., Director, Athletics
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Edgar Shields, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Exercise and Sport Science (2014)
Scott Singleton, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2016)
Mark Sorensen, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Anthropology (2014)
Carl Stenberg, Ph.D.
Professor of Public Administration (2016)
Randall Styers, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Religious Studies (2014)
Beverly Taylor, Ph.D.
Professor of English (2014)
Student Representative
Julie Lauffenburger
Graduate and Professional Student Federation
The Graduate School
Steven W. Matson, Ph.D.
Dean
Sandra H. Hoeflich, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Interdisciplinary Education, Fellowships and
Communication
Stephanie Schmitt, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Academics
Leslie Lerea, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
John Bane, Ph.D.
Professor of Marine Sciences (2015)
John Bowles, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Art (2014)
Marila Cordeiro-Stone, Ph.D.
Professor of Toxicology and Pathology (2014)
Betsy Crais, Ph.D.
Professor of Allied Health Sciences (2015)
Jennifer D’Auria, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Nursing (2015)
Deb Eaker-Rich, Ph.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Education (2016)
Michel Gagne, Ph.D.
Professor of Chemistry (2014)
Rhonda Gibson, Ph.D.
Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication (2015)
Stephanie Haas, Ph.D.
Professor of Information and Library Science (2016)
Carolyn Halpern, Ph.D.
Professor of Maternal and Child Health (2014)
Wayne Landsman, Ph.D.
Professor of Business Administration (2015)
Jessica Lee, Ph.D.
Professor of Dentistry (2015)
Noreen McDonald, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of City & Regional Planning (2014)
Rebecca Macy, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Social Work (2014)
Graeme Robertson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Political Science (2016)
The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Administrative Board of the Graduate School
administrative board
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Roy Anthony Charles
Director of Diversity, Recruitment, and Retention
Pam Dixon
Office Manager
Pam Frome
Research Associate for Graduate Education Studies
Chris Harris
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Betty Haggerty
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Sandra Hoeflich
Associate Dean for Interdisciplinary Education, Fellowships and
Communication
Valerie Hudock
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Mary Anne Larson
Director, Office of Development
Melissa Lawrence
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Leslie Lerea
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
Faye Lewis
Dean’s Assistant/Special Project Coordinator
Jenny Lewis
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
The UNC System: UNC–Chapel Hill
Staff of the Graduate School
Steven Matson
Dean
Vacant
Director, Admissions and Enrolled Students
Julie Montaigne
Fellowship and Funding Manager
Jennifer Olson
Fellowship Programs Assistant
Lou Anne Phelps
Program Review and Student Services Coordinator
Sylvia Roberson
Admissions and Enrolled Students Specialist
Bryan Rybarczyk
Director, Graduate Student Academic and Professional Development
Deb Saine
Communications and Interdisciplinary Programs Manager
Stephanie Schmitt
Associate Dean for Academics
Medelia Stambach
Financial Manager
Rachell Underhill
Web and Information Manager
Beverly Wyrick
Director of Finance and Administration
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UNC–Chapel Hill
General Information
History
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was the first state
university to admit students. It was chartered in 1789 and formally
opened in 1795; from early in its history, it has encouraged research and
creative activity.
As early as 1853–1854 the catalog of the University carried an
announcement of graduate course work. In 1876, after the institution
had been closed for the period 1871–1875, the catalog announced
the requirements for the master’s degree, and the next issue carried an
announcement of regulations governing the degrees of master of arts,
master of science and doctor of philosophy. Several graduate degrees
were awarded before the turn of the century (the first degree of doctor
of philosophy being conferred in 1883), but it was not until 1903 that a
separate graduate school with a dean was established.
The Graduate School celebrated its 100th year in 2003 by hosting a
national forum on graduate education, numerous student and alumni
recognition ceremonies, and by commissioning the book Pioneer to
Powerhouse: The History of Graduate Education at Carolina.
In 1922, the graduate faculty voted, first, to vest in the Administrative
Board of The Graduate School legislative powers in matters that affected
graduate education; second, to authorize the Administrative Board
to admit members to the teaching faculty of The Graduate School;
and, third, to vest in the Administrative Board the responsibility for
authorizing curricula and courses carrying graduate credit.
With the exception of the master of business administration (MBA), the
master of accounting (MAC), the master’s in clinical laboratory science
(MCLS), the master’s in radiologic science (MRS), the master of law
(LM), the master of education for experienced teachers (MED), and
the master of school administration (MSA), all master’s degrees offered
by the University and the degrees of doctor of philosophy, doctor of
education (post-2011), and doctor of public health are conferred by The
Graduate School.
Work toward advanced degrees at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill proceeds under policies and regulations established by the
graduate faculty. The immediate direction of The Graduate School is
in the charge of the Administrative Board, of which the dean is chair.
At present, the board consists of academic and health affairs faculty
representatives appointed by the chancellor upon nomination by the
dean of The Graduate School.
Summer School
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill established what was
possibly the first summer school in America in 1877. The “Summer
Normal School,” as it was then called, enrolled 235 students in courses
over ten disciplines. About half the students were teachers; students came
from 42 counties across North Carolina and from neighboring states.
Summer School was the first school at UNC-Chapel Hill to enroll
women, beginning in its first year and continuing thereafter. By 1925,
records indicate that 19,983 students had enrolled in Summer School.
Curricula and courses that are offered during Summer School are
comparable to those of the fall and spring semesters. Summer School
offers two sessions of five weeks each, a three-week Maymester, and
other short courses with various beginning and ending dates. The
summer program is planned to meet the needs of graduate students who
are fulfilling degree requirements in this institution, visiting graduate
students who desire to take courses for transfer to other institutions,
teachers and administrators who desire to meet state certification
requirements, and other students who have special educational
objectives.
Graduate students who wish to be admitted or readmitted for the
summer to a degree program should contact The Graduate School. The
requirements for admission to a degree program starting in the summer
are the same as those in the regular academic year. Those who desire
other information or those wanting to enroll in the summer as visiting
students should visit Summer School’s website at summer.unc.edu, or
contact Summer School via email at summer_school@unc.edu. Summer
School is located at 134 East Franklin Street, Room 200, Chapel Hill,
NC 27599-3340, or telephone (919) 966-4364.
Visiting Scholars
Registration as a visiting scholar at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill entitles the registrant to certain privileges of the University,
the issuance of a UNC One Card and the use of University facilities for
the duration of the visiting scholar’s stay.
Eligibility for registration as a visiting scholar is limited to those who
(1) are not on the University payroll as employees in any capacity, and
(2) are visiting the University under the sponsorship of an academic
department or school for the furtherance of scholarly interests. Visiting
Scholars may include faculty members on leave from other institutions
of higher learning, postdoctoral fellows or others who hold the terminal
degree in their fields and are invited to visit by a department or school.
Persons interested in applying for visiting scholars status should
communicate with the appropriate department or school within the
University. Further details concerning University privileges for visiting
scholars are available from the EPA/Faculty Benefits Office, CB# 1045,
725 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1045.
The University Year
Two semesters of approximately 17 weeks each and a summer school
consisting of two sessions (each five and one-half weeks long) constitute
the University year. The requirements for admission to graduate
programs and for graduate degrees in the summer session are the same
as those in the regular academic year. For the schedule of events of
particular interest to graduate students, consult the academic calendars
at the Office of the University Registrar (registrar.unc.edu).
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Admissions Information
Welcome. We are pleased that you are considering applying for
admission to the UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate School. Admission to
Graduate School academic programs is competitive and students are
selected on the basis of their academic preparation, ability, and program
fit. For some programs, an on-site pre-admissions interview may be
required. Early contact with your program of interest can be helpful in
preparing your application.
For the most updated admissions information, please check our Web
site at gradschool.unc.edu/admissions. Due to final changes in each
year’s admission process, the Web site will often be more updated than
this publication, so we encourage prospective students to begin there.
The Graduate School relies mainly on e-mail to communicate with all
applicants. Therefore, please include a current e-mail address on your
application and be sure to promptly respond to all correspondence.
Required Application Materials
Required materials for all applicants include:
• Graduate School online application (app.applyyourself.com/?id=unc-ch)
• Application fee (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#fee)
• Transcripts (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#transcript)
• Current letters of recommendation
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#ltrs)
• Standardized test scores
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#tests)
• Statement of purpose
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#purpose)
• Resume/CV
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#resume)
• Supplemental information (any additional information or materials
required by the program)
For international applicants only:
• TOEFL or IELTS score
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#toefl)
• Financial Certification
(gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions.html#fincert)
Once we have received all required application materials and fees,
the review and evaluation of your application will begin. While the
recommendations and test scores will likely arrive at The Graduate
School at different times, it is your responsibility to make sure the
online application is submitted and paid prior to the program’s posted
deadline.
Minimum Graduate Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission to a graduate program are:
• A bachelor’s degree (based on a four-year curriculum) completed
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before graduate study begins or its international equivalent with an
accredited institution
• An average grade of B (cumulative GPA 3.0) or better
Along with these minimal requirements, admission decisions are based
on a number of factors, including academic degrees and record, written
statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, test scores, and
relevant work and research experience. All admission recommendations
are made by each individual program or department.
Application Process
Applications for admission to the UNC–Chapel Hill Graduate School
are submitted via the online admission application (https://app.
applyyourself.com/?id=unc-ch). All required materials listed above
should be submitted according to the instructions provided. Your
application will not be reviewed until the application is submitted
and the application fee is received. By submitting an application to
UNC–Chapel Hill, consent is granted to university staff to obtain any
additional or missing information as needed, including campus safety
information.
Application Deadlines
Please be aware that each program has a specific application deadline.
Most programs admit students for the fall semester only, however a few
programs allow spring or summer session admissions. Please see the
listing of graduate programs and their application deadlines (gradschool.
unc.edu/academics/degreeprograms/) for accepted terms of entry.
Each offered admission is specific for the term stated in the admission
letter. If you do not register for classes or complete your first semester,
you must apply again in a subsequent semester. Contact your intended
program for questions about deferrals of admission offers.
Completed applications and application fees (non-refundable) must be
submitted before the program’s application deadline. Applications will
not be accepted for review or consideration after the posted graduate
program deadline has passed. International applicants should apply
early in order to allow sufficient time for financial and visa document
preparation. The Graduate School recommends that international
applicants submit a complete application no later than December 1.
Fellowship and Financial Aid Deadlines
Most of the financial support available to graduate students is based
within individual programs. In addition, a limited amount of financial
support is available from The Graduate School and is based upon
nominations from individual programs. In order to allow sufficient time
for your program to nominate you for Graduate School fellowships,
your application should be received before December 17.
If your program continues to accept applications after December 17,
you are still eligible for their program-based support. Contact your
intended program for complete information about available graduate
student financial support and relevant deadlines.
The University awards loans and Tuition Enhancement Grants to
graduate students who qualify, based on information provided in the
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) (www.fafsa.ed.gov)
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form due March 1. For more information, please visit the Office of
Scholarships and Student Aid (studentaid.unc.edu).
Campus Safety Information
Applicants for admission will be asked several questions regarding
criminal pleas, charges and convictions, academic suspensions, and
military discharges. If additional information is needed, you may be
asked to submit information for a criminal background check, including
a nominal fee. You must describe violations of law in your home
country and in any other country in which you have resided. The term
“law” includes codes, legal rules and regulations, and other criminal-type
statutes or violations of municipal, local, provincial, state, federal,
national, commonwealth, and other governmental jurisdiction. Failure
to provide complete, accurate, and truthful information will be grounds
to deny or withdraw your admission, or to dismiss you after enrollment.
The same actions will occur if you fail to notify The Graduate School
promptly in writing of such charges that occur at any time after you
submit the application.
For any additional questions, please review our Admissions Office
contacts (gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/contacts.html).
Funding Opportunities
The Graduate School offers a variety of funding opportunities to assist
graduate students in funding their graduate programs from admission
through graduation. The Graduate School provides information
and support to students applying for external fellowships, as well as
providing fellowships and other direct financial support to graduate
students, which supplements what the individual department provides.
For updated information, please see our Funding Resources Web site
(gradschool.unc.edu/funding).
Graduate Tuition Incentive Scholarship: Helps cover the remaining cost of
in-state tuition for graduate students who are receiving external funding
awards in support of their thesis or dissertation research (gradschool.
unc.edu/funding/gradschool/gtis.html)
Graduate Student Opportunity Fund: Assists students with small, non-recurring,
unusual and unexpected academic expenses (gradschool.unc.
edu/funding/gradschool/opportunityfund.html)
Graduate Student Transportation Grant: Assists students with some
of the transportation costs necessary for travel to a regional, national
or international academic conference or professional society meeting
to present their dissertation research (gradschool.unc.edu/funding/
gradschool/transportationgrant.html)
The Graduate Funding Information Center is a resource for graduate
students seeking information on funding sources for independent
research, collaborative projects, fellowships, program development and
other scholarly activities. For more information, please visit their Web
site (gradfunding.web.unc.edu).
Questions?
Contact the Fellowships Office at gradfunding@unc.edu.
To receive alerts when funding opportunities are posted, subscribe to the
Graduate School Funding Listserv (gradschool.unc.edu/funding/listserv.
html).
Departmental Awards
Teaching and Research Assistantships
The majority of assistantships available to graduate students are awarded
by academic departments. Approximately 2,500 graduate, research,
and teaching assistantships are available through specific departments.
Graduate assistantships are also available through the University’s
various research institutes and centers. Stipends, responsibilities,
selection criteria, and application and notification procedures vary
from department to department. Applicants should discuss with the
program to which they are applying (see gradschool.unc.edu/programs/
degreeprograms.html) the specific funding opportunities available
through graduate programs.
Federal/State Fellowships and Traineeships
A number of state and federally funded fellowships and traineeships are
also available in some departments. Students must be pursuing graduate
training in specified fields of study to be eligible for these awards.
Interested students should request additional information from their
academic departments.
Application Deadline
Prospective students may indicate when applying for admission their
interest in an assistantship and should discuss application deadlines with
their prospective departments.
Questions
Contact the department to which you are applying (see gradschool.unc.
edu/programs/degreeprograms.html).
Financial Aid
The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid works with graduate
students who need financial aid to meet the costs of attending the
University. Financial support may be available through small grants,
from federal or private lender loan programs, and from the federal
work-study program, in the form of either hourly paid campus jobs or
teaching/research assistantships.
To be eligible for financial aid programs administered by the Office
of Scholarships and Student Aid, a student must be enrolled in a
degree program on at least a half-time basis, a United States citizen or
permanent resident, making satisfactory progress toward completion of
the academic program, and, if applicable, registered for Selective Service.
The student may not be in default on a loan previously received for
college expenses nor owe a refund on a scholarship, grant, or loan from a
previous enrollment period.
Graduate students who wish to apply for financial aid to meet the costs
of attending the University must complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application should be completed
online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. However, a paper application may be
obtained from high schools, most college financial aid offices or in
person at the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid. In completing
the FAFSA, the student must list UNC–Chapel Hill (code number
002974) as one of the schools to receive the FAFSA information. The
information on the FAFSA will be analyzed by an agency contracted
by the federal government. The agency will send information and an
analysis of the student’s eligibility for financial aid funds to both the
student and to the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid.
A student should not wait for admission to a graduate program before
applying for aid. An applicant should submit the FAFSA by February
15. If additional documentation is needed to complete a student’s
application for financial assistance, the Office of Scholarships and
Student Aid will notify the student. A student who completes the file
promptly can expect to receive notice of an award decision early in June.
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Students are at the center of the learning community at the University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. To ensure a successful learning
experience, graduate and professional students are encouraged to take
advantage of a variety of programs and services offered by the University
through Student Affairs, The Graduate School, and individual schools
and departments. Student Affairs oversees services intended for the
entire University student community, and offers programs designed
primarily for undergraduate students. The Graduate School, on its own
and in conjunction with various Student Affairs offices, offers programs
and services intended to specifically address the needs of graduate and
professional students.
The Graduate School
The Graduate School is committed to improving and facilitating
the integration of graduate and professional students’ academic,
professional, and personal development, as well as to assist students
to make the most of their Carolina experience. To further these aims,
staff in The Graduate School are responsible for assisting students in
a number of capacities. The offices of the associate dean for student
affairs and the associate dean for academics create and implement
programs and services that specifically address the needs of graduate
and professional students. Some of these programs are listed below. The
director of diversity, recruitment, and retention develops and provides
a number of programs and services throughout the year, both academic
and social in nature, to assist graduate students of color with a successful
transition and experience during their graduate work. The director
of graduate student academic and professional development oversees
workshops and events in the Graduate Student Center. Graduate School
staff are available to all graduate and professional students as a source
of counsel, information, and referral for questions involving student
services, academic procedures, policies, and grievances.
Telephone: (919) 966-2611
Web: gradschool.unc.edu
Graduate School Handbook
The Graduate School Handbook contains most of the policies and
procedures of The Graduate School at the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill. Students should become familiar with the material
pertaining to their degree programs, and, together with their faculty
advisors, make certain that the chosen program of study complies with
all policies. The Handbook may be viewed or downloaded from the
Graduate School Web site: handbook.unc.edu.
Policies and Guidelines for a Cooperative Learning
Environment
Teaching and learning occur simultaneously through a partnership
between instructor and student. Instructors share knowledge, experience
and ideas with their students. Students process these thoughts,
generate new ones and share them with their teachers. In most cases,
students and instructors communicate clearly and effectively. However,
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misunderstandings do occur. In an attempt to foster a positive academic
environment, the Faculty Council, upon recommendation of the
Educational Policy Committee, establishes these policies and guidelines.
The Faculty Council resolves:
Part I. Policies
Section 1.
The Faculty Council recognizes and affirms the following policies. This
recognition is not to be interpreted as precluding modification of any
policy by the appropriate authority.
The Honor Code. The faculty should inform students of the provisions
of the honor code and be aware of their own responsibilities specified in
the honor code. Faculty responsibilities are stated in the Instrument of
Student Judicial Governance.
Student Grievance Procedures. According to UNC–Chapel Hill
Student Grievance Committee procedures, students may file a grievance
against a UNC–Chapel Hill employee, EPA non-faculty employee, staff
employee, or student employee (when acting in the role of employee)
when there is a violation of one of the following:
A. The UNC-Chapel Hill Sexual Harassment Policy
B. The UNC-Chapel Hill Racial Harassment Policy
C. The UNC–Chapel Hill Policy on Sexual Orientation
D. The Americans with Disabilities Act
E. Title IX, which prohibits exclusion from participation on the basis
of sex
F. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which outlaws
discrimination on the basis of a handicap or
G. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, which allows
students to challenge the content of their educational records.
Copies of these can be obtained from the Office of the Dean of
Students. They contain information about how to file a grievance. A
grievance based on incidents that occurred more than six months before
the complaint was filed will not be considered.
Student Access to Academic Records—Protection Against Improper
Disclosure. As stated in The Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974, students may have access to their full academic records.
Individuals who are, or have been, in attendance at UNC–Chapel Hill
may inspect and review their education records. Otherwise, education
records are subject to confidentiality requirements as specified by law
and may not be disclosed improperly. Requests for recommendations
imply that the student has given consent to the disclosure of
information related to ability and performance. Judgments of ability and
character may be provided under appropriate circumstances, normally
with the knowledge or consent of the student. “Education records”
are those records directly related to a student that are maintained by
an educational institution. Particular University policy provisions are
found in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Policies and
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Procedures under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
Appealing a Grade. The University has systems for appealing a
grade. The exact procedures vary among the academic units. Students
should consult with their dean or department chairperson to obtain
information about grade appeal procedures.
Part II. Guidelines
Section 2.
The Faculty Council endorses the following guidelines for the faculty-student
relationship. This endorsement shall not be construed as faculty
legislation, is not intended to establish a contractual undertaking by the
University or any individual, and shall not constitute the basis for civil
action in a court or a claim in any administrative or judicial body of the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Clear Definition of Potential Honor Code Violations. In an attempt
to avoid unintended misunderstanding, instructors should clearly state
what is acceptable in their class. When study aids such as computers
are allowed, the instructor is responsible for explaining what constitutes
proper use of these items. These rules should be established at the
beginning of the course and should not be changed without giving
students proper notice.
Assignment of Graded Work during the Last Week of the Semester.
Instructors may not assign graded work during the last week of classes
unless the course syllabus clearly states that such an assignment will be
given.
Suggested Classroom Procedures. In general, instructors are strongly
encouraged to follow the guidelines for course design and classroom
procedures recommended by the Center for Faculty Excellence. When
students enter into a learning relationship, they have certain needs and
expectations. They are entitled to information about course procedures,
content and goals. Instructors should provide a syllabus that describes
the course and methods of evaluation. Particular attention should be
paid to several areas of special concern to students, including provision
of reserve readings and grading policy.
Evaluated assignments should be returned to the students within
a reasonable amount of time. Since part of the purpose of such
assignments is to provide feedback, students should be given time to
assess and to learn from their mistakes. Ideally, such assessment would
take place while the relevant topics are still fresh in their minds.
Extra credit, if offered, should be announced publicly and made
available to the entire class.
Students Should Have Freedom of Expression. Students should be free
to take reasoned exception to the data or views offered in any course of
study. They are responsible, however, for learning the content of any
course of study for which they are enrolled. Incorrect facts and poorly
supported arguments or opinions inevitably have an impact on grades.
Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the freedom of the faculty to
assign grades according to appropriate academic standards.
Responsibilities of Students and Teachers. Just as students ought
to expect instructors who are knowledgeable and well prepared, so
should teachers expect their students to be motivated, eager to learn
and actively engaged in class. It is the responsibility of teachers to make
their courses serious intellectual experiences for themselves and for their
students. It is the responsibility of students to take seriously the courses
in which they enroll. Good teachers need good learners.
Students should understand that they are members of a community of
scholars, and membership in such a community is not a passive activity.
To be full participants in the educational community and to maximize
the educational value of a class, pre-class preparation is necessary. Proper
class preparation involves obtaining course materials as they are needed
and completing assignments as they are due. Full participation in a class
requires regular attendance, arriving on time and remaining until class
conclusion, and active involvement in the work of the class.
Students should also consider the extent of their own involvement in a
class in assessing the educational value of a class.
Grade Appeals
The procedure for grade appeals can be found in the Graduate School
Handbook. Any questions regarding the grade appeals process should be
directed to The Graduate School.
Web: handbook.unc.edu/grading.html
Orientation
The Graduate School sponsors a University-wide orientation program
for new graduate and professional students to (1) acclimate them to
the University community and (2) provide information sessions on
a range of topics relevant to graduate students such as broad campus
resources, campus health facilities, Graduate and Professional Student
Federation, and getting to know the local area. Important reference
materials and guides to the campus and Chapel Hill/Carrboro area
community resources are available to students on the Graduate School
Web site: gradschool.unc.edu. These resources include the Graduate
School Handbook, Academic Integrity and Ethics, A Guide to Theses and
Dissertations, copies of University policies, and other helpful campus
and community publications that are intended to be used throughout
the students’ graduate careers. As orientation is a continuous process
throughout a student’s first year, The Graduate School schedules a
number of orientation workshops throughout the academic year on a
variety of issues related to graduate students such as residency for tuition
purposes, funding, and networking.
In addition to the Graduate School orientation, individual graduate and
professional programs conduct department-based orientations for new
students. Information regarding departmental orientations is available in
the respective academic departmental offices.
Orientation and relocation information can be found on the Web site
of The Graduate School at gradschool.unc.edu. The Graduate School
Office, open year-round, is located on the second floor of Bynum Hall.
Graduate School staff and are available to answer questions and help
students find the resources they need to make the most of their Carolina
experience.
Professional Development in Graduate Education
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to
providing students with the highest quality graduate education. While
this clearly entails academic training, it also includes a commitment to
providing students with resources and services to enhance their graduate
experience and to prepare them for their post-student careers.
The cornerstone of professional development at Carolina is a series of
workshops and selected one-credit-hour courses. These workshops cover
topics designed to promote graduate student academic, professional,
and personal growth. Sessions are designed to provide students with
the opportunity to develop five areas of professional competency:
communication, leadership, teaching and instruction, professional
adaptability, and self-awareness.
For more information, visit the Web site of The Graduate School at:
gradprofdev.web.unc.edu/.
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Graduate Student Foreign Language Proficiency Assessment
The departments of Romance Languages and Literatures, Germanic
Languages and Classics offer foreign language proficiency assessments in
French, German, Spanish and Latin (classical or medieval) for graduate
students needing to satisfy a departmental foreign language requirement.
This service is offered once each semester. The Graduate School
administers registration for these assessments.
Student Affairs
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs coordinates
the division’s programs and provides guidance and leadership for
its departments. The office also acts in a consulting role for faculty,
administrators and students who wish to raise issues that concern
the University community, with a particular focus on student needs.
Members of the Office of the Vice Chancellor also serve on various
University committees to represent the division’s several constituencies.
Students are encouraged to explore the opportunities offered by Student
Affairs throughout their University career, either directly through the
respective departments, or through the Office of the Vice Chancellor.
Telephone: (919) 966-4045
Web: studentaffairs.unc.edu
Office of the Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students, located on the first floor of the
Student and Academic Services Building North, provides a variety
of direct student services and works closely with a wide range of
student programs. The Office of the Dean of Students is the contact
and information point for students regarding the University’s policies
on racial and sexual harassment and discrimination based on sexual
orientation. In addition, staff members provide counseling and general
advisement to students and assist students, parents, and members of
the University staff in dealing with crisis situations or other problems
affecting student life. Staff members of the Office of the Dean of
Students also work with programs that have a specific focus, such as
the Student Activity Fund Office (SAFO). In addition to providing
the administrative coordination of the student judicial system,
staff members also work with leaders of a variety of extracurricular
organizations.
Telephone: (919) 966-4042
Web: deanofstudents.unc.edu
Campus Y
Since its founding in 1860, the Campus Y has been a starting point for
the development of many programs responding to students’ concerns.
The mission of the Campus Y is the pursuit of social justice through the
cultivation of pluralism. In particular, the Y serves as a bridge between
the University and the local community by addressing the needs of both
groups. Y-sponsored committees include community outreach (such
as the Big Buddy, Elderly Exchange and Tutoring programs), social
issues (such as Women’s Issues and Human Rights Week), global action
(such as Hunger Action and the South African Scholarship Fund) and
fund-raising programs (such as the Footfalls Road Race). Students can
also serve on the Y Student Executive Committee, for which elections
are held in the spring. All students are welcome to visit the Campus Y
offices in the fully renovated historical YMCA Building to learn about
volunteer service and University, local and global issues.
Telephone: (919) 962-2333
Web: campus-y.unc.edu
University Career Services
Services for graduate students provided by University Career Services
(UCS) include workshops on writing résumés and curriculum vitae,
interviewing and job-seeking; résumé referral to employers; individual
career advising and career interest assessment; on-campus interviewing;
job listings via the Web; and a reference file for students in selected
curricula. Some services are limited to students who are in a UNC–
Chapel Hill degree or certificate program.
Additional resources and programs include occupational and employer
information, career panels, career and professional school fairs, an
automated alumni network service, various employer databases, and a
UCS home page on the Web.
Students in law, dentistry, and medicine and students enrolled in the
M.B.A. and M.A.C. programs are served by career services in their
departments, rather than by UCS.
University Career Services is located in 219 Hanes Hall. Office hours are
from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Resource Room
hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Telephone: (919) 962-6507
Web: careers.unc.edu
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides free,
confidential psychological counseling to help students solve personal,
academic, and career problems. CWS specializes in individual
evaluations, counseling, psychotherapy, and career counseling. A variety
of counseling, testing, developmental, and informational services are
offered to all students. Counseling services for individuals or groups
focus on academic success, including test anxiety and time management;
career decisions, including selecting or changing a major and choosing a
career; relationships, including loneliness, shyness, roommate conflicts,
dating relationships, and family problems; and cultural issues, including
cultural identity, gay and lesbian issues, racism, and women’s issues.
Also available are dissertation and thesis support groups; training and
development programs; stress management and biofeedback; and
communication skills training, including assertiveness training and
guidance in how to overcome speech anxiety. CAPS is located on the
third floor of the James A. Taylor Building.
Telephone: (919) 966-3658
Web: campushealth.unc.edu/caps
Accessibility Resources & Services
Accessibility Resources & Services is responsible for ensuring that
programs and facilities are accessible to all members of the University
community. Students with disabilities and/or medical conditions may
receive accommodations and services that are designed to remove
barriers, so that they may independently meet the demands of
University life. Accommodations and services—which may include
but are not limited to note-takers, alternative testing, accessible class
materials and interpreters—are provided on an individual-needs basis.
There is no charge for any accommodation or service. Students will
be asked to provide documentation of the disability and/or medical
condition from an appropriate primary care provider.
Telephone: (919) 962-8300 (Voice/TD)
Web: accessibility.unc.edu
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Academic Success Program for Students with LD and ADHD
The Academic Success Program for Students with LD and ADHD,
formerly called Learning Disabilities Services, is the University’s
designated service provider to students with documented learning
disabilities (LD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD).
The Academic Success Program also meets the needs of students with
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) in conjunction with Accessibility Resources
and Services, , the campus office that works with students with
disabilities other than LD and ADHD.
Telephone: (919) 962-7227
Web: learningcenter.unc.edu
Housing and Residential Education
The Department of University Housing and Residential Education,
consistent with the academic mission of the University, endeavors to
provide eligible students a supportive environment within which to live.
The department maintains the physical quality and the integrity of its
buildings at a level conducive to security and comfort, and does so in
the belief that providing a safe and healthy living environment supports
and contributes to the learning process.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill follows the principle
that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to facilities in
any phase of University activity without regard to handicap, sex, race,
creed, color, age, sexual orientation, or national origin. Under this
principle, educational, cultural, social, housing, extracurricular and
employment opportunities are available on an equal basis. However,
receipt of the application by and advance payment to the Department
of University Housing does not guarantee admission to the University
or to a residence hall. The Department of University Housing reserves
the right to refuse for just cause any application for space and to return
any advance payment within two weeks of receipt of the completed
application. Early application is encouraged.
Telephone: (800) UNC-5502
E-mail: housing@unc.edu
Web: housing.unc.edu
Graduate Student Housing
The Department of Housing recognizes that the living needs of
graduate and professional students are usually different from those of
undergraduates. At Carolina, graduate and professional students can
enjoy the benefits of being affordably close to classes, facilities, and
events, and living in a community of fellow graduate students where the
atmosphere is characterized by early quiet hours and respect for personal
time and space.
Odum Village and Baity Hill Apartments are Carolina’s on-campus
communities for graduate students providing apartment-style housing.
Odum Village is located on south campus off of Manning Drive near
the medical facilities, the Dean Smith Center, and the Kenan–Flagler
Business School. Its quiet yet friendly atmosphere lends itself to
graduate student interests and study. The Baity Hill and Mason Farm
communities serve as the Student Family Housing apartment complex
for students with families. These one- and two-bedroom apartment
communities are situated on rolling hills adjacent to the campus. The
apartments are within walking distance of the campus and are served by
campus and city bus routes. Rental costs compare favorably with similar
area housing. These communities comprise nine buildings with 398
apartments.
Parking is available for graduate students on a limited basis, and a fare-free
campus bus service offers several routes that connect the north,
middle, and south regions of campus. Find specifications for apartments
by visiting the Housing Web site at housing.unc.edu and clicking on
“Apartments.”
Generally, demand for on-campus housing for graduate students exceeds
the supply. On-campus housing is not guaranteed for graduate students,
although every effort is made to offer a space to all applicants. Returning
residents have priority to re-sign up for the following academic year
before spaces are offered to new graduate students. Please visit the
department’s Web site at housing.unc.edu for additional information.
Off-Campus Housing
Off-campus housing refers to any housing not owned and operated by
the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This category includes
small group housing, such as fraternities and sororities, as well as
apartments, houses, and rooms. Two-thirds of the University’s students
live in the off-campus market. Some units are furnished and within
walking distance to campus. Other off-campus housing consists of large,
unfurnished apartment complexes located throughout Chapel Hill and
Carrboro.
Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS)
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services promotes
international educational exchange through its services and programs.
OIS serves as the principal administrative, programming, and
advising office for approximately 2,500 international students, faculty,
and administrative staff at UNC–Chapel Hill, including research
scholars and visiting professors. Located in the FedEx Global Education
Center, OIS issues and helps maintain visa documentation, provides
advising related to immigration matters and adjustment to life in the
United States, and serves as a liaison between international students
and scholars and their departments and governmental and private
agencies involved in international education exchange. In addition to
administrative and advising services, OIS provides programming that
helps international students and scholars maximize their experience at
UNC–Chapel Hill. Programs include orientation, tax seminars, and
various cultural programs. The center is a focal point for community
service organizations, including the Host Family Program, Conversation
Partners Program, Speakers’ Bureau, and International Women’s English
Conversation Group. It also administers the UNC Class of ‘38 Summer
Study Abroad Fellowships.
Campus Health Services
Campus Health Services (CHS), located next to Kenan Stadium in the
James A. Taylor Building, provides a broad range of ambulatory, primary
care, and prevention services. Specialty care services are also available,
including orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, dermatology,
travel information and immunization, and allergy management. For
convenience, in-house laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, and physical
therapy services are also available.
Any student who has paid the campus health fee for the current
semester (or summer session) is eligible for health care at Campus
Health Services. The fee covers the cost of most services provided by
CHS professionals, including physicians, physician extenders, nurses,
physical therapists, and health educators. Additional charges are made
for after-hours care, drugs, and miscellaneous supplies. Laboratory and
X-ray studies at CHS require a co-payment by the user. There also may
be additional charges for specialty services. Spouses not enrolled in
the University as students become eligible to receive the same services
as students by demonstrating appropriate insurance coverage and by
paying the student health fee at CHS.
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Hours of operation vary according to the academic calendar. Please
call to verify hours of operation Monday through Friday and on the
weekends. Preferred CHS office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, when students are seen on an appointment
basis. For convenience, students are encouraged to call (919) 966-2281
for an appointment. After-hours care is available from 4:30 p.m. to 11
p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekends.
Physician extenders are available with medical and psychiatric back up.
Services are considered a premium service with a visit charge during
these times. If other ancillary services are required an additional fee
will apply. Major problems may be referred to the UNC Hospitals
Emergency Department by the CHS staff when open, or by the
HealthLink nurse (966-2281) when CHS is closed. Students should be
aware that the campus health fee does not cover medical care at UNC
Hospitals or other facilities. Students will be responsible for charges
incurred at the UNC Hospital Emergency Department anytime that
they use those services.
All students enrolled in UNC system colleges and universities, including
UNC–Chapel Hill, who meet three specific criteria (enrolled in six
credit hours if an undergraduate or one credit hour if a graduate
student, degree-seeking, and eligible to pay the campus health fee)
will be required to have health insurance coverage. Distance learning
students are exempted from this requirement. For information, please
review the Mandatory Health Insurance information at the UNC
Campus Health Services Web site (campushealth.unc.edu).
North Carolina law mandates that all new students at the University
document the completion of immunization requirements. Failure to
comply results in cancellation of registration 30 days after classes begin.
Vaccines are offered at Campus Health Services at reduced rates for
students who need to complete their immunization requirement. For
additional information on Campus Health Services, visit the CHS Web
site at campushealth.unc.edu.
Carolina Union
The Carolina Union is an organization of students, professional staff,
and part-time student staff who provide programs, services, and facilities
for all members of the campus community. The Carolina Union
contributes to the educational mission of the institution through the
provision of cultural, social, educational, and entertainment programs
sponsored by the Carolina Union Activities Board and the Carolina
Union Performing Arts Series. The many co-curricular programs
offered impact the intellectual environment of the campus and create
opportunities for campus members to engage in debate, conversation,
and interaction around the issues of the time.
Students play an important role in determining needs, setting
programming and financing goals, and evaluating all aspects of the
Union. Student employees also provide and maintain the many services
offered in the Frank Porter Graham Student Union and other campus
locations.
The Carolina Union Board of Directors reviews and approves Union
finances, provides long-range planning for the Union, and selects the
Union president from student volunteers each year. The Carolina Union
Activities Board is a student organization that plans and carries out
social, cultural, recreational, and educational programs for the entire
student body. Programs range from informal stage performances and
workshops on current issues to major speakers and popular and cultural
concerts.
In addition to providing office and meeting space and services for
student organizations, the Carolina Union also offers lounge space, food
services, , and games for all UNC–Chapel Hill students.
Employment opportunities are available in many of the Union’s service
areas, such as the information desk, ticket office, and technical services.
(For more information, contact the administrative office in Room 201
of the Frank Porter Graham Student Union.)
More information about the Carolina Union is available on the Web at
carolinaunion.unc.edu.
Co-curricular Student Organizations
The University requires that co-curricular student organizations be
officially recognized each academic year. This recognition process
is designed to ensure that student organizations affiliated with the
University do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national
origin, disability, age, veteran status, sex (as defined by law), or sexual
orientation. In addition, official recognition provides student groups
with the following benefits: applying for use (through reservation)
of specified University facilities, property, services, or equipment
pursuant to the Facilities Use Policy; use of the University’s name in the
organization’s title, so long as University sponsorship or endorsement
is not implied or stated; the privilege of applying for funding from
monies generated by the Student Activity Fee, which is legislatively
apportioned by the Student Congress; and the assistance of University
staff. Applications for official University recognition must be completed
annually, in order to ensure that active students are aware of University
policies and to provide staff with information concerning University-recognized
student organizations.
Applications are available in Room 201 of the Frank Porter Graham
Student Union Building. (Note: all information in and attached to
the application is considered public information upon the granting of
recognition.)
A full list of active student organizations (there are currently more than
600) is available on the Union Web site.
Student Government
The Graduate and Professional Student Federation (GPSF), the official
representative of graduate and professional students at the University,
is organized on the basis of school, departmental, and curricula
organizations. The GPSF provides communication between graduate
and professional students, represents graduate and professional students
both within and outside the University community, and provides
structures capable of dealing with ongoing issues and concerns. It also
allocates and administers the funds appropriated to it from student fees.
Every duly enrolled graduate and professional student is automatically
a member of the GPSF. Web: studentorgs.unc.edu/gpsf. Graduate
students, whether as a result of individual interest or because of teaching
assistantships, may want to learn more about student government at
Carolina. Information is available on the Web at studentorgs.unc.edu/
studgov.
I. Executive Branch of Student Government
A. Officers: President; Vice President; Treasurer; Secretary; Executive
Assistants; Elections Board Chair
B. Current committees that address various areas of student concern:
Academic Affairs; External Relations; Human Relations; Info-Tech;
Public Service; Student Services
II. Judicial Branch of Student Government
Student Courts (both Undergraduate and Graduate). These bodies
maintain original jurisdiction with respect to all violations of the Code
of Student Conduct.
Student Attorney General’s Staff. The staff of the Student Attorney
General investigates alleged violations of the Code of Student Conduct
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and brings to trial those charges sufficiently supported by evidence. The
staff also advises and assists students accused of violations.
University Hearing Board. This court has original jurisdiction in cases
deemed inappropriate for hearing within another court, and appellate
jurisdiction with respect to cases appealed from student courts.
III. Legislative Branch of Student Government
Student Congress. The legislative branch of the student government
is unicameral (one house), consisting of 37 representatives elected by
the student body, with the presidents of the student body and of the
Graduate and Professional Student Federation (GPSF) serving as non-voting
ex officio members. The Speaker of the Student Congress (SC)
is elected from among the representatives. Graduate and professional
students and on- and off-campus undergraduates are proportionally
represented in the congress. Graduate and professional students
represent districts composed of several schools grouped together, while
undergraduates represent geographical areas.
The Student Congress handles a vast amount of legislation; one of its
primary responsibilities is to appropriate student fees for recognized
student organizations. Congress also approves appointments, serves as a
student advocate and legislates changes to the Student Code.
The representatives are elected in the spring for one-year terms, and each
member serves on one of three standing committees: Finance, Rules and
Judiciary, and Student Affairs.
Other Services
Public Safety
The Office of Public Safety is located on Manning Drive on the
UNC–Chapel Hill campus. Public safety administers the parking
and transportation system at the University (including the issuing of
parking permits) and provides for the overall safety and security of the
campus. Parking permits are available for purchase on a limited basis for
students. More information about parking availability can be found on
the Web at www.dps.unc.edu.
UNC–Chapel Hill is committed to assisting all members of the
University community in providing for their own safety and security.
The University’s combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report,
which is required by law, contains information regarding campus
security and personal safety, including topics such as crime prevention,
fire safety, University police law enforcement authority, crime reporting
policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related
to security and safety on campus. It also contains information about
crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported
crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or
property owned or controlled by UNC–Chapel Hill; and on public
property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the
campus.
To receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, stop
by the Department of Public Safety at the Public Safety Building, 285
Manning Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 or request a mailed copy by
calling (919) 962-3951. The report is also available on the Department
of Public Safety Web site at www.dps.unc.edu/securityreport.
Student Dining Services
Carolina Dining Services operates 10 separate dining facilities at UNC–
Chapel Hill. Meal purchases can be made with the UNC One Card
using a meal plan, Dining Flex, à la carte, expense, or cash. All meal
purchases made with the UNC One Card are not subject to the six
percent North Carolina state sales tax on these items. Cash purchases
are taxable. To find out more information about acquiring a UNC One
Card, visit the One Card Office Web site at www.onecard.unc.edu.
Students can use their meal plans at several of the campus all-you-care-to-
eat dining facilities. Top of Lenoir is an award-winning facility with
an array of menu choices. The Rams Head Dining Hall is a 30,000
square foot state-of-the-art facility that includes several restaurants and
all-you-care-to-eat venues.
Carolina Dining Services offers several meal plans that offer the
convenience and value of purchasing meals on campus ahead of time. To
find out more about the different meal plan options, visit the Carolina
Dining Services Web site at www.dining.unc.edu.
Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History
The Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History
(SHSCBCH) was founded in July 1988 and is named for Dr. Sonja
Haynes Stone, a member of the UNC–Chapel Hill family for more than
17 years. The SHSCBCH opened in a new building on South Road in
fall 2004 in the heart of campus, across from the Student Union and
near the Bell Tower. As a center within the University’s Academic Affairs
Division, SHSCBCH has a central role in supporting the University’s
academic mission by a strong commitment to broaden the range of
intellectual discourse about African Americans and to encourage better
understanding of peoples of the African diaspora and their perspectives
on important social and cultural issues. The center focuses its efforts
on the interdisciplinary examination of Africana lives, cultures, and
histories. The Stone Center works with numerous departments and
units of the University to help promote interdisciplinary inquiry, as well
as focused examinations from various interdisciplinary and disciplinary
perspectives.
The Stone Center is a major resource of cultural, historical, and social
programming for the UNC–Chapel Hill community. As a focal point
for Black cultural expression, the Stone Center sponsors concerts,
poetry readings, lectures, group discussions, and presentations in
drama and dance. Its permanent programs include the Sonja Haynes
Stone Memorial Fellowship and Lecture, the African Diaspora Lecture
Series, the Cross-Cultural Communications Institute (CCCI), the
Sonja Haynes Stone Collegiums, and the Visiting Scholar Program.
More information about the Stone Center can be found on the Web at
sonjahaynesstonectr.unc.edu.
American Indian Center
The mission of the American Indian Center is to bridge the richness
of North Carolina’s American Indian cultures with the strengths
of Carolina s research, education and teaching. This will establish
the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a leading public
university for American Indian scholarship and scholars and make native
issues a permanent part of the intellectual life of the university. The AIC
provides focused support for the recruitment and retention of American
Indian graduate students, including support for the graduate student
organization ‘First Nations Graduate Circle;’ support for intellectual
activities such as Native Authors’ Book Club, mentoring by the AIC
Director, support for cultural seminars and events such as Elder-in-
Residence, Native American Heritage Month, and related services. More
information about the American Indian Center and the director can be
found on the Web at americanindiancenter.unc.edu.
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Scholarly Journals
The University has published scholarly journals since 1884, when the
Journal of the Elisha Mitchell Scientific Society first appeared.
The following list contains Sme of the publications currently produced
by the University’s graduate and professional programs.
American Diplomacy. A journal for commentary, analysis and research on
American foreign policy and its practice. www.unc.edu/depts/diplomat
Annali d’Italianistica. The mission of this publication is to promote
the study of Italian literature in its cultural context, to foster scholarly
excellence, and to select topics of interest to a large number of Italianists.
www.ibiblio.org/annali
Carolina Papers in International Health and Development. A series
of UNC–Chapel Hill graduate student working papers designed to
promote scholarship in the fields of health and development and to raise
awareness of such issues among international studies specialists. cgi.unc.
edu/initiatives/carolina-papers/international-health
Endeavors. Features outstanding research and creative work undertaken
by faculty and students at the University. Distributed free, the magazine
reaches 8,600 on- and off-campus readers in an effort to engage others
in Carolina research. endeavors.unc.edu
North Carolina Law Review. Published by the School of Law to
stimulate research and publication by faculty and students. http://www.
nclawreview.org/
Studies in Romance Languages and Literatures. For 60 years, this
publication has supported and disseminated scholarship in the romance
literatures. www.unc.edu/~clsherma
The University of North Carolina Studies in the Germanic Languages and
Literatures. An internationally renowned monograph series in the field of
Germanic studies. gsll.unc.edu/
In addition, the University of North Carolina Press publishes the
following journals (uncpress.unc.edu/bm-journals.html):
Social Forces, one of the best known journals in sociology and related
fields.
The High School Journal, for educational practitioners and theorists
nationwide.
Studies in Philology, publishing articles on British literature before 1900
and articles on relations between British literature and works in the
classical, Romance, and Germanic languages.
Southeastern Geographer, publishing the academic work of geographers
and other social and physical scientists since 1961.
Southern Literary Journal, premier publication devoted to the fiction,
poetry, and drama of the American South.
Southern Cultures, dedicated to the exploration of what makes the South
the South.
Academic Resources
Early American Literature, journal of the Division on American
Literature to 1800 of the Modern Language Association.
Appalachian Heritage, a leading literary magazine of the southern
Appalachian region.
The University of
North Carolina Press
The University of North Carolina Press is the primary publishing arm of
the University in the scholarly field. In addition to its publication of the
journals of research, it carries on a book publishing program of about
80 new titles a year. Although these books are the work of scholars from
all parts of the world, the presence in the University of a professionally
staffed book publishing organization, with facilities for the international
distribution of works of scholarship, is a stimulus to research and
writing by members of the University community. The Press’ program
is an important contribution to the development of that aspect of the
University’s service which has to do with the advancement of learning.
Web: uncpress.unc.edu/default.htm
Electronic Publications: www.ibiblio.org/uncpress/epubs.shtml
Libraries
The University Libraries
The main humanities and social sciences collections of the Academic
Affairs Library are housed in the Walter Royal Davis Library. Davis
Library includes more than 900 open and closed carrels for assignment
to graduate students, and an additional 1,950 lounge, carrel, and table
seats for general use. The building also houses group study rooms,
11 lounges, a computer lab, and a number of special study areas. All
students are also welcome to use the Louis Round Wilson Library, home
of the University’s special collections, as well as the Robert B. House
Undergraduate Library and any of the specialized departmental libraries.
The University Libraries hold over 5 million bound volumes and
nearly 4.5 million microforms, constituting one of the most important
collections in the South. Additional information about the libraries, as
well as access to the online catalogs and to many electronic resources,
is available at www.lib.unc.edu. Reference librarians at any of the
UNC–Chapel Hill libraries are available to help graduate students locate
materials, use print or online library resources, or tackle any question
from the most basic to in-depth advice on research projects.
The University Libraries receive more than 100,000 periodicals and
other serials annually, including the publications of professional
associations and learned societies. The Academic Affairs Library also
receives the publications of such organizations as the Smithsonian and
Carnegie institutions, the Rockefeller Foundation, the Hispanic Society
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of America, and the Russell Sage Foundation, and of many universities,
including foreign universities and academies.
The government document collections comprise a rich body of
resources. The Academic Affairs Library is a regional depository for
United States government documents and United Nations publications,
as well as selected foreign government documents. Particularly rich
are its files of federal and state publications; state legislative journals,
laws, collected documents, colonial and state records, and records of
constitutional conventions.
The libraries provide access to a wide array of online resources including
indexes and abstracts, statistical materials and government data, and
full text titles. Many titles may be accessed from home by members of
the University community. The Davis Library Information Commons
makes available state-of-the-art workstations for library research.
Departmental libraries containing collections for study and research
are assigned to Art, Biology (Botany and Zoology), Chemistry, City
and Regional Planning, Geological Sciences, Institute of Government,
Information and Library Science, Mathematics/Physics, and Music. The
Law Library, containing more than 300,000 volumes, is located within
the School of Law at Van Hecke-Wettach Hall. It contains material
useful to students of history and government.
In addition to the collections available in-house, the libraries provide
access to a multitude of external resources. Materials that the libraries
do not own may be borrowed through interlibrary borrowing.
UNC–Chapel Hill students may obtain a Triangle Research Libraries
Network card allowing them to borrow materials from Duke, North
Carolina State, and North Carolina Central Universities. The valuable
manuscripts of the State Department of Archives and History and the
collections of the State Library at Raleigh are also nearby.
Web: www.lib.unc.edu
Special Collections (Wilson Library)
The North Carolina Collection holds books, pamphlets, maps,
newspapers, serials, broadsides, microforms, documents, recordings, and
other materials relating to the state and its people, and ranging in date
from the 16th century to the present. Two of its prominent collections
are the Sir Walter Raleigh Collection, relating to the courtier and the
era of Elizabethan exploration, and the Thomas Wolfe Collection of
manuscripts and published items by and about the University’s well-known
literary alumnus. The Photographic Archives provide a visual
record of people, places, and events throughout the state in negatives,
prints, and postcards, including examples of all formats beginning with
daguerreotype of the 1840s. The North Carolina Collection Gallery
exhibits artifacts, art, and furnishings related to the history and culture
of the state and the University.
The Manuscripts Department consists of several units. The Southern
Historical Collection preserves private papers—letters, diaries, account
books, broadsides, photographs, taped interviews, video documentation,
etc.—of individuals, families, and organizations of the region. University
Archives houses the official unpublished records of the University
created since its charter in 1789. The General and Literary Manuscripts
Collection includes documents related to notable British writers and
literary enterprises and to American writers from outside the South.
The Southern Folklife Collection houses extensive recorded music, field
tapes, photographs, movie film, and other materials related to study and
research in the field of folklore and popular culture, with emphasis on
materials about the region.
The Rare Book Collection includes books, pamphlets, broadsides,
medieval and Renaissance manuscripts, and graphic images. Of
particular interest are the Estienne Imprint Collection, the Bernard J.
Flatow Collection of the Cronistas, the George Harper Collection of W.
B. Yeats, the Archibald Henderson Collection of George Bernard Shaw,
the William Henry Hoyt Collection of French History, the Bill Morgan
Collection of Beat Literature, the William A. Whitaker Collection of
Samuel Johnson and His Circle, and an array of collections supporting
the study of 19th-century British, Irish, and American literature.
Health Sciences Library
The Health Sciences Library is the primary library for the University
of North Carolina Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy,
and Public Health, and the University of North Carolina Hospitals. It
also serves the health and biomedical information needs of the entire
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the North Carolina Area
Health Education Centers (AHEC) system, and health personnel and
researchers throughout the state.
Collections
The library has an excellent collection to support curricular, research,
and patient care information needs, consisting of more than 300,000
volumes and more than 4,000 serial titles, and more than 3,000
electronic resources. The Health Sciences Library provides a growing
collection of computer-based multimedia courseware, CD-ROMs, and
customized computer-assisted instruction, and offers electronic reserves.
Information about the collection is accessible through the Triangle
Research Libraries Network online catalog (www.trln.org). UNC-affiliated
users have free access to the majority of the library’s collections,
wherever and whenever they are needed.
Borrowing
Faculty, students, researchers, and staff of the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina Hospitals,
as well as area health professionals, receive borrowing privileges upon
application. The library provides photocopy services, article delivery
service, and an interlibrary loan service for materials not available on
campus. Borrowing privileges are also available to any North Carolina
resident for a small fee.
Information Services
Librarians are available to aid users in locating information, to instruct
in the use of library resources, and to provide additional help. Online
search services, with access to MEDLINE and about 100 other
databases, are also provided. Direct access to databases and full text
journals is offered through the library Web site (www.hsl.unc.edu) free
of charge. From this site, users can search MEDLINE, nursing and
allied health literature, international pharmaceutical abstracts, public
health community papers, and other databases from their workstations
on and off-campus. These and other databases are also available in the
library.
The Health Sciences Library coordinates the AHEC Library and
Information Services Network. This is a statewide network that supports
information services for community-based health professions education.
Students, faculty off-campus, and preceptors receive a variety of help
through the Information Connection Service.
Help in using the library’s services and collections is available online, via
e-mail, by telephone, and by appointment. Consultation services can
be used to make an appointment with a library staff member to develop
a search strategy for a thesis topic, to learn advanced literature search
techniques, or to receive any other in-depth help needed. In addition,
education services faculty offer a variety of instructional programs,
including orientation, workshops, and course lectures, designed to teach
information-management skills.
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Information Technology Services
UNC–Chapel Hill’s campus computing services are organized
under a central office: Information Technology Services (ITS ). Most
graduate students have their main contact with ITS through divisions
that manage academic computing, electronic mail (e-mail), public
microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, database access,
exam scoring, networking, and video and multimedia classroom
support. The IT Response Center (ITRC), Carolina’s help desk, assists
students, staff, and faculty in using IT services across campus. Visit the
online help site at help.unc.edu for self-help options or to contact the
ITRC, or call (919) 962-HELP for assistance.
All enrolled students at UNC–Chapel Hill are eligible for a login ID,
called an Onyen (Only Name You’ll Ever Need), that can be used for
e-mail and other IT services at UNC. After creating an Onyen at onyen.
unc.edu, students are able to create personal Web pages, download
shareware software, check grades, and set up their computers to access
the campus wired or wireless network.
With the Onyen, a number of online services are available, including
e-mail, listservs, access to online courses in BlackBoard, and access to
MyUNC, Carolina’s portal (my.unc.edu). Through the portal, students
can access their class lists, grades, financial information, and other
relevant sites, all with a single login.
Off-campus students may want to consider subscribing to an Internet
service provider (ISP) or learn about other ways to remotely access the
University networks. Detailed information can be found on the help site
at help.unc.edu.
Public microcomputer labs can be found throughout campus. Each
lab has Microsoft Windows machines as well a variety of software
applications for student use. Additionally, all lab machines have Internet
connections, so students can check their e-mail or access the Web.
There are also laser printers for student use in each lab. Lab hours vary
according to usage patterns and location; check the help site at help.unc.
edu for information on lab locations and hours of operation.
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The intellectual life of the University and the research activities of
graduate students and faculty alike receive valuable encouragement
and support from the various institutes and centers listed below. These
institutes do not operate as instructional agencies within the University;
rather, they serve to obtain financial and organizational assistance for
the scholars who constitute their membership. Many of the institutes
provide opportunities for graduate student training.
Research Institutes and Centers
Most research centers and institutes can be found at the following Web
site. Selected locations are detailed below.
research.unc.edu/offices/index.htm
Child Development Institute
(see Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute)
www.fpg.unc.edu
Institute for the Arts and Humanities
The institute’s mission is to provide time and common space for faculty
in the College of Arts and Sciences to work on projects that will advance
their careers and benefit their students. The institute provides funds for
faculty during the academic year or summer (Faculty Fellows Program)
so that faculty may spend their time on scholarly or research activities.
(919) 962-0249
www.iah.unc.edu
Institute for the Environment
The UNC Institute for the Environment is leading UNC’s world-renowned
environmental community in developing solutions to critical
environmental challenges. In doing so, it educates future environmental
leaders and engages with the people of North Carolina and the nation to
address and solve environmental challenges.
www.ie.unc.edu/index.cfm
Institute for Research in Social Science
(see Odum Institute for Research in Social Science)
www.odum.unc.edu
Institute of African American Research
The Institute of African American Research (IAAR) is the research
component of the Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture
and History. The mission of the institute is to promote the scholarly
investigation of the culture and thought of African Americans, as well as
Blacks in the Diaspora. The aim of the institute is to support intellectual
productivity across far-reaching investigative interests and academic
disciplines that is committed to research in Black studies. The institute
supports projects that examine the impact of the African Diaspora on
Black life and culture in the United States.
www.unc.edu/iaar
Research Resources
Institute of Government
The Institute of Government within the School of Government is
devoted to teaching, research, and consultation in state and local
government. Over the years the institute has served as the research
agency for numerous study commissions of the state and local
government.
(919) 966-5381
www.sog.unc.edu
Institute for the Study of the Americas
The Institute for the Study of the Americas (ISA) at the University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge
of the Latin American experience in the Western Hemisphere. It builds
on a long-standing and distinguished tradition of scholarly interest in
the diverse regions that make up Latin America, including Mexico,
Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
isa.unc.edu
Institute of Marine Sciences
The institute’s mission is to serve the state and nation through the
conduct of high quality basic and applied marine science research.
(252) 726-6841
www.marine.unc.edu
Institute of Outdoor Drama
Established in 1863, the Institute of Outdoor Drama is a public service
agency of UNC–Chapel Hill. It is the only advisory and research
organization in the United States dedicated to the advancement of
the outdoor drama movement, and serves as a resource for groups,
government agencies, and individuals who wish to create new outdoor
dramas or who are seeking information on the field.
(919) 962-1328
outdoordrama.unc.edu
Institute on Aging
Mission: The North Carolina General Assembly created the Institute
on Aging in August 1996, placed it under the general umbrella of the
17-campus University of North Carolina System and based it at the
UNC–Chapel Hill campus. The institute’s mission is to enhance the
well-being of older people in North Carolina by fostering statewide
collaboration in research education and service. Its mandate is to
1) promote collaborative applied and basic gerontological research,
2) develop innovative programs of interdisciplinary gerontological
education and practice, and 3) provide state-of-the-art information to
policymakers, program managers, service providers, clinicians, and the
general public.
www.aging.unc.edu
Jordan Institute for Families
Created in 1996, the Jordan Institute for Families is the research,
training, and technical assistance arm of the School of Social Work at
the University of North Carolina. Cutting across traditional disciplinary
research resources
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lines, the Jordan Institute develops knowledge and promotes practices
and policies that build supportive families and stable communities. The
Jordan Institute addresses family issues across the life span that threaten
to undermine some families—such as poverty, abuse, mental illness,
school failure, and substance abuse—as well as challenges that confront
most families, such as providing for aging family members and caring
for young children.
ssw.unc.edu/jif
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
The Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, an affiliate
of the Kenan–Flagler Business School, encourages cooperation
among business, academia, and government to foster private-sector
development and to utilize the private sector to serve the public interest
in the United States and worldwide. The Kenan Institute develops
innovative public-private and private-private partnerships that build the
capacity of people, business, and communities to prosper in market-based
environments. These programs are anchored in research that
provides the basis for replicating and extending these outreach programs
nationally and internationally. The Kenan Institute was established
in 1985 by a series of gifts from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable
Trust and the William R. Kenan Jr. Fund. The institute operates from
two locations—the Kenan Center at the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill and Washington, DC. A sister institute in Thailand,
Kenan Institute Asia, has been established to provide a physical and
institutional presence.
www.kenan-flagler.unc.edu/kenan-institute/about.aspx
H. W. Odum Institute for Research in Social Science
H. W. Odum Institute for Research in Social Science promotes and
supports social science research at UNC-Chapel Hill. Founded in 1924,
the Odum Institute houses one of the nation’s largest social science
and census data archives, maintains a state-of-the-art computing and
GIS lab for faculty and student research, offers advanced quantitative
and qualitative statistical software and consulting support for social
science and survey research design and analysis, offers short courses
and seminars on research topics, and sponsors 16 ongoing faculty work
groups.
www.odum.unc.edu
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Since 1946, students and faculty of the University of North Carolina
have benefited from its membership in Oak Ridge Associated
Universities (ORAU). ORAU is a consortium of 85 colleges and
universities and a contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE) located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. ORAU works with its
member institutions to help their students and faculty gain access to
federal research facilities throughout the country; to keep its members
informed about opportunities for fellowship, scholarship and research
appointments; and to organize research alliances among its members.
Through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE),
the DOE facility that ORAU operates, undergraduates, graduates,
and postgraduates, as well as faculty, enjoy access to a multitude of
opportunities for study and research. Students can participate in
programs covering a wide variety of disciplines including business,
earth sciences, epidemiology, engineering, physics, geological sciences,
pharmacology, ocean sciences, biomedical sciences, nuclear chemistry,
and mathematics. Appointment and program length range from one
month to four years. Many of these programs are especially designed to
increase the numbers of underrepresented minority students pursuing
degrees in science- and engineering-related disciplines. A comprehensive
listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and
details on locations and benefits can be found in the ORISE Catalog of
Education and Training Programs, which is available at see.orau.org.
ORAU’s Office of Partnership Development seeks opportunities for
partnerships and alliances among ORAU’s members, private industry,
and major federal facilities. Activities include faculty development
programs, such as the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement
Awards, the Visiting Industrial Scholars Program, consortium research
funding initiatives, faculty research, and support programs as well as
services to chief research officers.
www.orau.org
Triangle Institute for Security Studies
The object of TIS is to promote communication and cooperation
among faculty, graduate students, and the public across disciplines and
beyond the confines of each university in order to advance research
and education concerning national and international security, broadly
defined.
(919) 684-5162
sanford.duke.edu/centers/tiss
Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies
The mission of the Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies is to conduct,
coordinate, and promote basic and clinical research on the causes,
prevention, and treatment of alcoholism and alcohol abuse.
(919) 966-5678
www.med.unc.edu/alcohol
Carolina Center for Public Service
Mission: The Carolina Center for Public Service leads the University’s
engagement efforts and service to the state of North Carolina and
beyond by linking the expertise and energy of faculty, staff, and students
to the needs of the people.
In all its efforts, the Carolina Center for Public Service seeks to build
partnerships throughout the University and the state as it:
• advances the quality and sustainability of efforts through effective
practices
• recognizes and celebrates exemplary service
• shares information, strategies, and outcomes of UNC’s service
endeavors
• facilitates community-based scholarship in addressing community
issues
As the first public university, Carolina has a proud history of changing
lives through educating scholars and leaders dedicated to forging a
brighter future for the state, nation, and the world. The University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to expanding its tradition
of engagement and responsiveness through the Carolina Center for
Public Service.
www.unc.edu/ccps
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center exists to serve the research and research
training needs of faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill who have interests in the population field. The center is rich in
its diversity. Its 56 faculty fellows have their primary appointments in
sixteen departments in five schools or colleges within the University. The
postdoctoral, predoctoral, and undergraduate training programs also
reflect the diversity of the center.
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(919) 966-2157
www.cpc.unc.edu
Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research
The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research organizes
interdisciplinary research on the structure and impact of the health care
system. A fundamental interest of the center has been the interaction
between the medical care system and vulnerable populations, such as
the poor, the elderly, rural residents, minority groups, the chronically ill,
children, and the mentally ill.
(919) 966-5011
www.shepscenter.unc.edu
Center for Aging Research and Educational Services
The Center for Aging Research and Educational Services is dedicated to
serving social work practitioners and decision makers who work with
older adults and their families.
ssw.unc.edu/cares/cares.htm
Center for AIDS Research
The purpose of the UNC Center for Aids Research (CFAR) is to provide
infrastructure to support investigation of the HIV/AIDS epidemic
using clinical research, behavioral research, research into HIV biology
and pathogenesis at the molecular level, and educational outreach. The
UNC CFAR is a consortium of three complementary institutions: The
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Research Triangle Institute,
and Family Health International.
cfar.med.unc.edu
Center for Community Capitalism
The center examines ways that government, nonprofits, and the private
sector can work together through innovative public-private community
development partnerships to strengthen inner cities. The center works to
create public policies that will make capitalism work better in distressed
communities and focuses on new ways government policy can bring the
energy of private enterprise to lift inner-city residents out of poverty. It
views inner cities as untapped markets with considerable financial and
human resources and profit potential for enterprising businesses.
www.ccc.unc.edu
Center for Developmental Science
The Center for Developmental Science is an interdisciplinary and inter-institutional
center for the advanced study of human development.
The mission of the CDS is to provide an environment that transcends
the ordinary boundaries of disciplines and institutions in order to
facilitate multidisciplinary, collaborative explorations of new frontiers
in developmental research and training based on the principles of
developmental science.
Goals of the CDS are:
• to transcend traditional barriers to scholarship by drawing
developmental investigators from a wide variety of disciplines and
institutional affiliations
• to support research about human development that aims to
understand the basic processes of behavioral, emotional, physical, and
cognitive development, and the mechanisms that affect development
across the life span
• to develop, apply, critique, and revise developmental theory and
methods such as longitudinal design and data analytic techniques that
are sensitive to developmental processes
• to translate this basic science research into practice in a variety of
venues in order to improve the health and developmental outcomes of
individuals across the life span
• to develop and support a strong cohort of developmental researchers
through the establishment of a unified and integrated research
environment in which faculty collaborate and work closely with each
other and with doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows to prepare
the next generation of developmental researchers.
Funded by grants from the National Institute of Health and other
sources, the CDS administers a pre- and postdoctoral training program,
sponsors a weekly consortium series, supports workshops and special
institutes on critical topics, and provides support for visiting faculty.
(919) 962-0333
www.cds.unc.edu
NSF Science and Technology Center for Environmentally
Responsible Solvents and Processes
More than 30 billion pounds of organic and halogenated solvents
are used worldwide each year as process aids, cleaning agents, and
dispersants. Considerably more water is used and contaminated in
related processes. In the 21st century, manufacturing and service
industries must increasingly attempt to avoid production, use, and
subsequent release into the environment of contaminated water, volatile
organic solvents, chlorofluorocarbons, and other noxious pollutants.
Technological breakthroughs of the last decade now indicate that liquid
and supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) could become a very commonly
used solvent in overcoming these environmental problems. The S&T
Center for Environmentally Responsible Solvents and Processes,
established in 1999, has as its goal to develop the scientific fundamentals
necessary to enable liquid and supercritical CO2 to replace aqueous
and organic solvents in key processes in the nation’s manufacturing
sector. Three key focus areas identified to date are macromolecular
synthesis/engineering, microlithography, and nanostructures. This is a
multidisciplinary effort with participants from five academic centers and
two national laboratories: the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill, North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T University,
University of Texas at Austin, and Georgia Institute of Technology in
partnership with Sandia National Laboratory and Oak Ridge National
Laboratory.
(919) 962-5468
www.nsfstc.unc.edu
Center for European Studies
The mission of the Center for European Studies is to advance
understanding of the social, political, and economic events that shape
contemporary Europe. It does this primarily by supporting faculty
and graduate student research through its roles as a National Resource
Center funded by Title VI grants and as a European Union Center
funded by the European Commission. At the same time, the center
disseminates knowledge about contemporary Europe by enriching the
University’s work in graduate and undergraduate education and in
outreach programs with public schools. One major new initiative in
the center’s educational functions has been the establishment of the
Trans-Atlantic Master’s Program (TAM). Another is its present effort to
institute a new major in contemporary European studies.
www.unc.